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Castro-Lacouture, D, Süer, G A, Gonzalez-Joaqui, J and Yates, J K (2009) Construction Project Scheduling with Time, Cost, and Material Restrictions Using Fuzzy Mathematical Models and Critical Path Method. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1096–104.
Chen, P, Qiang, M and Wang, J N (2009) Project Management in the Chinese Construction Industry: Six-Case Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1016–26.
El Asmar, M, Hanna, A S and Chang, C (2009) Monte Carlo Simulation Approach to Support Alliance Team Selection. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1087–95.
Hallowell, M R and Gambatese, J A (2009) Activity-Based Safety Risk Quantification for Concrete Formwork Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 990–8.
Ke, Y, Wang, S, Chan, A P and Cheung, E (2009) Research Trend of Public-Private Partnership in Construction Journals. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1076–86.
Lam, K, Ning, X and Lam, M C (2009) Conjoining MMAS to GA to Solve Construction Site Layout Planning Problem. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1049–57.
Ling, F Y Y, Pham, V M C and Hoang, T P (2009) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats for Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Firms: Case Study of Vietnam. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1105–13.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Vietnam; International factors; Engineering firms; Construction companies; Agriculture; Economic factors; Case reports;
- ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000069
- Abstract:
After Vietnam became a member of the World Trade Organization, Vietnamese architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firms face competition from not only their domestic competitors but also from foreign A/E/C firms. As most Vietnamese firms are used to operating under a protected setting, they may face difficulties competing in the globalized environment. This study undertakes a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis of Vietnamese A/E/C firms, investigates how they respond to opportunities and threats, and recommends how foreign A/E/C firms operating in Vietnam could respond. Using semistructured interview questions, face-to-face interviews were conducted with Vietnamese and foreign A/E/C firms. The SWOT analysis reveals that Vietnamese A/E/C firms are lagging behind foreign firms in financial capacity, experience in complex projects, knowledge in advanced design and construction technology, and management ability. Industry practitioners from outside Vietnam who are contemplating entering the Vietnamese market can leverage on Vietnamese firms’ strengths by forming joint ventures with strong and reputable private Vietnamese firms. To improve their competitive advantage, it is recommended that foreign A/E/C firms offer superior products and services and familiarize themselves with local culture and regulations. They should be mindful of corruption and set up surveillance systems to curb wasteful spending.
Moselhi, O and Alshibani, A (2009) Optimization of Earthmoving Operations in Heavy Civil Engineering Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 948–54.
Orabi, W, El-Rayes, K, Senouci, A B and Al-Derham, H (2009) Optimizing Postdisaster Reconstruction Planning for Damaged Transportation Networks. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1039–48.
Prasertrungruang, T and Hadikusumo, B H W (2009) Modeling the Dynamics of Heavy Equipment Management Practices and Downtime in Large Highway Contractors. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 939–47.
Rajendran, S and Gambatese, J A (2009) Development and Initial Validation of Sustainable Construction Safety and Health Rating System. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1067–75.
Rajendran, S, Gambatese, J A and Behm, M G (2009) Impact of Green Building Design and Construction on Worker Safety and Health. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1058–66.
Shapira, A and Simcha, M (2009) Measurement and Risk Scales of Crane-Related Safety Factors on Construction Sites. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 979–89.
Skibniewski, M J and Ghosh, S (2009) Determination of Key Performance Indicators with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems in Engineering Construction Firms. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 965–78.
Taylor, J E, Levitt, R and Villarroel, J A (2009) Simulating Learning Dynamics in Project Networks. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1009–15.
Tsai, J and Chi, C S F (2009) Influences of Chinese Cultural Orientations and Conflict Management Styles on Construction Dispute Resolving Strategies. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 955–64.
Wang, P, Mohamed, Y, Abourizk, S M and Rawa, A R T (2009) Flow Production of Pipe Spool Fabrication: Simulation to Support Implementation of Lean Technique. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 1027–38.
Wang, Y, Goodrum, P M, Haas, C T and Glover, R W (2009) Analysis of Observed Skill Affinity Patterns and Motivation for Multiskilling among Craft Workers in the U.S. Industrial Construction Sector. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(10), 999–1008.