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Ahmed, S M, Ahmad, R and Saram, D D D (1999) Risk management trends in the Hong Kong construction industry: a comparison of contractors and owners perceptions. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 225–34.

Boussabaine, A H, Thomas, R and Elhag, T M S (1999) Modelling cost-flow forecasting for water pipeline projects using neural networks. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 213–24.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: neural networks; cash-flow forecasting
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://www.blackwell-synergy.com/links/doi/10.1046/j.1365-232x.1999.00106.x/abs
  • Abstract:
    This paper furthers work that already exists in the use of artificial intelligence techniques to forecast cost flow for construction projects. The paper explains the need for cost-flow forecasting and investigates the methods currently used to perform such a task. It introduces neural networks as an alternative approach to the existing methods. The relationship between the number of nodes used and the accuracy of the neural network in modelling the cost flow is closely examined. From this research an optimal solution is proposed for the case and a prototype system is developed. The results of the investigation of the number of nodes used and testing of the prototype neural network for sample cases are presented and discussed

Dissanayaka, S M and Kumaraswamy, M M (1999) Evaluation of factors affecting time and cost performance in Hong Kong building projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 287–98.

Gunner, J and Skitmore, M R (1999) Pre-bid building price forecasting accuracy: price intensity theory. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 267–75.

Jaafari, A and Manivong, K (1999) The need for life-cycle integration of project processes. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 235–55.

Kaka, A P (1999) The development of a benchmark model that uses historical data for monitoring the progress of current construction projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 256–66.

Kartam, N A (1999) Design/construction integration: issues and illustrative prototype. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 299–314.

Khosrowshahi, F (1999) Neural network model for contractors' pre-qualification for local authority projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 315–28.

Pasquire, C (1999) The implications of environmental issues on UK construction management. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(03), 276–86.