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Arditi, D, Tokdemir, O B and Suh, K (2001) Scheduling system for repetitive unit construction using line-of-balance technology. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8(02), 90–103.

Boussabaine, A H (2001) Neurofuzzy modelling of construction projects’ duration I: principles. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8(02), 104–13.

Boussabaine, A H (2001) Neurofuzzy modelling of construction projects’ duration II: application. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8(02), 114–29.

Hejducki, Z and Mrozowicz, J (2001) Stream methods of construction work organization: an introduction to the problem. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8(02), 80–9.

Lam, K C, Hu, T, Cheung, S O, Yuen, R K K and Deng, Z M (2001) Multi-project cash flow optimization: non-inferior solution through neuro-multiobjective algorithm. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8(02), 130–44.

Ofori, G and Gang, G (2001) ISO 9000 certification of Singapore construction enterprises: its costs and benefits and its role in the development of the industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8(02), 145–57.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: benefits; construction industry development; implementation; ISO 9000; motivations; Singapore;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://www.ingentaconnect.com/search/expand?pub=infobike://bsc/ecam/2001/00000008/00000002/art00193&unc=
  • Abstract:
    The construction management literature discusses the benefits which companies derive from having their operations certified to the ISO 9000 series of quality management systems (QMS). In Singapore, quality has been a topical issue in the construction industry for the past decade. ISO 9000 certification, which has been a major part of the construction quality development programme, is now mandatory for large construction contracting and consultancy organizations wishing to register to undertake public-sector projects. This paper reports on a study on the role which ISO 9000 implementation plays in the quality development of Singapore’s construction industry by ascertaining the perceptions, objectives, motivations and experiences (including benefits and problems) relating to quality in general, and to ISO 9000 certification and implementation in particular. A questionnaire-based survey of large construction companies was conducted. It was found that construction firms benefit from QMS certification, and face no significant problems with it. Recommendations are made for enhancing the benefits of ISO 9000 and ensuring that it has a positive long-term impact on the development of Singapore’s construction industry.