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Bemelmans, J, Voordijk, H and Vos, B (2012) Supplier-contractor collaboration in the construction industry: A taxonomic approach to the literature of the 2000-2009 decade. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(04), 342-68.
Chong, H-Y and Zin, R M (2012) Selection of dispute resolution methods: factor analysis approach. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(04), 428-43.
Dursun, O and Stoy, C (2012) Determinants of construction duration for building projects in Germany. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(04), 444-68.
Liu, Y and Mohamed, Y (2012) Modelling industrial construction operations using a multi-agent resource allocation framework. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(04), 406-27.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Construction industry; Construction materials; Construction operations; Process analysis; Simulation
- ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/09699981211237111
- Abstract:
Purpose - Modelling construction resources and their dynamic interactions and constraints are a challenging problem. The allocation of these resources to competing activities is usually a function required in any scheduling process. Performing such allocation under a dynamic and diverse set of constraints adds more complexity to the problem. This study seeks a structured approach for representing resources and their allocation to different activities through the use of an agent-oriented modelling framework. Design/methodology/approach - A model is developed for a real case of assembly operations of industrial construction modules. The model follows a multi-agent resource allocation structure and is implemented within an agent-based simulation environment. The model is used to evaluate the effects of different optimization algorithms and modelling parameters on the generation of a construction schedule. Different experiments run through the model and their results are analyzed and discussed. Findings - The model showed sensitivity only under large and continuous workloads. Overall the structured approach followed in developing the model provided a flexible medium for experimenting with different elements of the resource allocation problem. Research limitations/implications - The work is limited to the studied case and the results cannot be generalized beyond similar cases. The modelling approach used in the study provides a platform that can facilitate future research in construction resource allocation strategies. Originality/value - The presented work demonstrates a new approach for modelling construction resource allocation problems that enables structured experimentation with alternative allocation algorithms. It also presents a novel way for modelling modular industrial construction operations.
Oluwatayo, A and Amole, D (2012) Characteristics of global architectural firms. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(04), 393-405.
Silva, N D and Wimalaratne, P L I (2012) OSH management framework for workers at construction sites in Sri Lanka. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(04), 369-92.