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Akintoye, A and Chinyio, E (2005) Private Finance Initiative in the healthcare sector: trends and risk assessment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(06), 601–16.

Cotton, A P, Sohail, M and Scott, R E (2005) Towards improved labour standards for construction of minor works in low income countries. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(06), 617–32.

Hari, S, Egbu, C and Kumar, B (2005) A knowledge capture awareness tool: An empirical study on small and medium enterprises in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(06), 533–67.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction industry; knowledge capture; knowledge management; learning styles; small to medium-sized enterprises; United Kingdom
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/09699980510634128
  • Abstract:
    Abstract: Purpose – Popularity in knowledge management has, unfortunately, not been matched by parallel empirical research on the processes, challenges and benefits of knowledge capture in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the construction industry, given the fact that 99 per cent of firms in the UK construction industry can be classified as SMEs. This paper aims to discuss the output of a research study, which is focused on knowledge capture in SMEs in construction industry. The paper also aims to present and discuss a computer-based awareness tool on knowledge capture underpinned by Kolb's experiential learning theory. Design/methodology/approach – The empirical study involved a total of 51 professionals from 26 SMEs in the construction industry. Grounded theory approach was adopted. Also, a content analysis was considered. Findings – The results show that there is lack of awareness of complex issues associated with an effective knowledge capture process as well as ensuing benefits for SMEs in the construction industry. The effective implementation of knowledge capture in SMEs is partly dependent on the vision and flair of the owner/partners of the organisation. It is also determined by culture, structure, people, finance and technology, which warrants a coherent and structured approach. Originality/value – A computer-based awareness tool which is underpinned by Kolb's experiential learning theory.

Ng, S T (2005) Performance of engineering consultants in ISO 9000-based quality management systems implementation. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(06), 519–32.

Senaratne, S, Kagioglou, M, Amaratunga, D, Baldry, D, Aouad, G and Bowden, A (2005) Research knowledge transfer into teaching in the built environment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(06), 587–600.

Sexton, M, Goulding, J, Zhang, X, Kagioglou, M, Aouad, G, Cooper, R and Barrett, P (2005) The role of the HyCon design-support tool in elevating hybrid concrete as a design option for structural frames. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(06), 568–86.