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AbouRizk, S M and Halpin, D W (1992) Statistical Properties of Construction Duration Data. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 525–44.

De La Garza, J M and Mitropoulos, P (1992) Flavors and Mixins of Expert Systems Technology Transfer Model for AEC Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 435–53.

Eldin, N N and Senouci, A B (1992) Use of Scrap Tires in Road Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 561–76.

Harris, R B (1992) A Challenge for Research. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 422–34.

Hicks, J C (1992) Heavy Construction Estimates, with and without Computers. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 545–60.

Nam, C H and Tatum, C B (1992) Government‐Industry Cooperation: Fast‐Track Concrete Innovation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 454–71.

Nam, C H and Tatum, C B (1992) Strategies for Technology Push: Lessons from Construction Innovations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 507–24.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction; Technology; Innovation; Research; Planning;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1992)118:3(507)
  • Abstract:
    Based on examples of successful construction innovation, this paper makes four principal arguments. First, the notion that owner's demands or problems dominate the innovation process in construction is largely a myth. Second, in most successful processes of construction innovation, technology plays a critical role in inducing owner's demands as well as in formulating problems. Third, in light of the importance of technology in the innovation process in construction, a proactive technology leadership strategy is more feasible than commonly thought. Fourth, effective implementation of technology‐push strategy requires continuous research and development (R&D) efforts that are integrated but informal in nature. Implications and conclusions from these findings include: development of technical capability in specific areas can provide a basis for innovation and competitive advantage, incremental improvement through persistant efforts at all levels of the organization can produce significant long‐term advantages, and viewing technology as a broad opportunity for improvement can arm firms with solutions for project innovation.

Russell, J S and Jaselskis, E J (1992) Quantitative Study of Contractor Evaluation Programs and Their Impact. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 612–24.

Shaked, O and Warszawski, A (1992) CONSCHED: Expert System for Scheduling of Modular Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 488–506.

Skibniewski, M J and Chao, L (1992) Evaluation of Advanced Construction Technology with AHP Method. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 577–93.

Thomas, H R, Smith, G R and Ponderlick, R M (1992) Resolving Contract Disputes Based on Misrepresentations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 472–87.

Tommelein, I D, Levitt, R E and Hayes‐Roth, B (1992) Site‐Layout Modeling: How Can Artificial Intelligence Help?. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 118(03), 594–611.