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Akinci, B, Kiziltas, S, Ergen, E, Karaesmen, I Z and Keceli, F (2006) Modeling and Analyzing the Impact of Technology on Data Capture and Transfer Processes at Construction Sites: A Case Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1148–57.

Bai, Y and Burkett, W R (2006) Rapid Bridge Replacement: Processes, Techniques, and Needs for Improvements. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1139–47.

Col Debella, D and Ries, R (2006) Construction Delivery Systems: A Comparative Analysis of Their Performance within School Districts. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1131–8.

Gao, Z, Walters, R C, Jaselskis, E J and Wipf, T J (2006) Approaches to Improving the Quality of Construction Drawings from Owner’s Perspective. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1187–92.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction management; Communication; Drafting;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2006)132:11(1187)
  • Abstract:
    Members of the construction project team (e.g., owner, designer, and contractor) have increasingly become more interested in and concerned about improving communications, coordination, and cooperation during the drawing and specification development process. The current use of black and white construction drawings is not the best tool to permit designers and contractors to communicate efficiently and accurately. This study examines methods to improve the quality of drawing clarity through the use of color drawings and other technologies. A survey was used to collect feedback from designers to better understand the current challenges faced and potential solutions. An analysis of the survey results revealed the best approaches in the construction industry to improve drawing readability, and includes: (1) Using colored drawings, (2) improving design details, (3) reviewing drawings and specifications for consistency, and (4) using more three-dimensional (3D) modeling techniques. An example is presented that compares the traditional two-dimensional black and white drawing of a bridge pier with a 3D gray-shaded drawing.

Li, J, Moselhi, O and Alkass, S (2006) Forecasting Project Status by Using Fuzzy Logic. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1193–202.

Lu, M, Poon, C and Wong, L (2006) Application Framework for Mapping and Simulation of Waste Handling Processes in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1212–21.

Srour, I M, Haas, C T and Morton, D P (2006) Linear Programming Approach to Optimize Strategic Investment in the Construction Workforce. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1158–66.

Telem, D, Laufer, A and Shapira, A (2006) Only Dynamics Can Absorb Dynamics. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1167–77.

Yu, A T W, Shen, Q, Kelly, J and Hunter, K (2006) Investigation of Critical Success Factors in Construction Project Briefing by Way of Content Analysis. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1178–86.

Zhang, X (2006) Markov-Based Optimization Model for Building Facilities Management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(11), 1203–11.