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Elazouni, A M and Metwally, F G (2007) Expanding Finance-Based Scheduling to Devise Overall-Optimized Project Schedules. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 86–90.

Goldenberg, M and Shapira, A (2007) Systematic Evaluation of Construction Equipment Alternatives: Case Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 72–85.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Project management; Construction equipment; Construction management; Decision making; Case reports;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2007)133:1(72)
  • Abstract:
    Selecting the right equipment for the project is inherently a multifaceted cost and benefit evaluation process that is further compounded by the complexity of today’s building projects and the lack of systematic tools for the consideration of soft factors. This paper presents a detailed application example of a model based on an analytical hierarchy process (AHP) approach. This model was developed to address the difficulties experienced during the multifaceted process. The example illustrates how an AHP-based model helps address the multitude of qualitative, intangible factors, both among the factors themselves and then vis-à-vis costs, by means of a systematic and traceable process. The method enables project managers and their equipment selection teams to exercise their knowledge, intuition, and professional judgment, and at the same time to address the context and specifics of the particular projects under examination. The example should be helpful for construction practitioners dealing with similar equipment selection issues. Researchers may find interest in the implementation of a multiattribute-decision-making method for a typical construction management problem.

Hanna, A S, Chang, C, Lackney, J A and Sullivan, K T (2007) Impact of Overmanning on Mechanical and Sheet Metal Labor Productivity. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 22–28.

Jung, Y and Kang, S (2007) Knowledge-Based Standard Progress Measurement for Integrated Cost and Schedule Performance Control. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 10–21.

Li, Y, Nie, X and Chen, S (2007) Fuzzy Approach to Prequalifying Construction Contractors. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 40–49.

Liu, L and Zhu, K (2007) Improving Cost Estimates of Construction Projects Using Phased Cost Factors. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 91–95.

Lucko, G, Vorster, M C and Anderson-Cook, C M (2007) Unknown Element of Owning Costs—Impact of Residual Value. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 3–9.

Moussa, M, Ruwanpura, J and Jergeas, G (2007) CTAN for Risk Assessments Using Multilevel Stochastic Networks. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 96–101.

Polat, G, Arditi, D and Mungen, U (2007) Simulation-Based Decision Support System for Economical Supply Chain Management of Rebar. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 29–39.

Salman, A F M, Skibniewski, M J and Basha, I (2007) BOT Viability Model for Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 50–63.

Subprasom, K and Chen, A (2007) Effects of Regulation on Highway Pricing and Capacity Choice of a Build-Operate-Transfer Scheme. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(01), 64–71.