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Ammar, M A (2013) LOB and CPM Integrated Method for Scheduling Repetitive Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 44–50.

Bynum, P, Issa, R R A and Olbina, S (2013) Building Information Modeling in Support of Sustainable Design and Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 24–34.

Cheung, S O and Pang, K H Y (2013) Anatomy of Construction Disputes. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 15–23.

Cho, K and Hastak, M (2013) Time and Cost–Optimized Decision Support Model for Fast-Track Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 90–101.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Fast track construction; Decision support systems; Optimization; Algorithms; Fast-track construction; Decision support system; Optimization algorithms;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000570
  • Abstract:
    The fast-track method is one of the most recognized methodologies for reducing construction project schedules. However, due to the lack of definitive research to date pertaining to the effects of fast-track application in terms of time and cost, it has been difficult for project owners to determine its correct application. This paper presents the time and cost optimized decision support (TACTICS) model, and it was developed based on the fast-track methodology and genetic algorithms (GAs). TACTICS was applied to two case studies, and the results indicated that the fast-track method could be expected to deliver more efficient projects compared with using the traditional method. In particular, (1) the average reduction in project duration by applying the fast-track method was 40.48% (Case I) and 18.59% (Case II) compared with using the traditional method, and (2) the average project costs were reduced by as much as 0.39% (Case I) and 4.48% (Case II). Consequently, TACTICS could be expected to help in making a decision regarding the fast-track application and further contribute to the project scheduling expertise in the construction engineering and management body of knowledge.

Dai, F, Rashidi, A, Brilakis, I and Vela, P (2013) Comparison of Image-Based and Time-of-Flight-Based Technologies for Three-Dimensional Reconstruction of Infrastructure. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 69–79.

Gosling, J, Naim, M and Towill, D (2013) Identifying and Categorizing the Sources of Uncertainty in Construction Supply Chains. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 102–10.

Li, H, Arditi, D and Wang, Z (2013) Factors That Affect Transaction Costs in Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 60–68.

Meduri, S S and Annamalai, T R (2013) Unit Costs of Public and PPP Road Projects: Evidence from India. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 35–43.

Minchin, R E, Cui, S, Walters, R C, Issa, R and Pan, J (2013) Sino-American Opinions and Perceptions of Counterfeiting in the Construction Supply Chain. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 1–8.

Rubio-Romero, J C, Rubio, M C and García-Hernández, C (2013) Analysis of Construction Equipment Safety in Temporary Work at Height. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 9–14.

Tsolas, I E (2013) Modeling Profitability and Stock Market Performance of Listed Construction Firms on the Athens Exchange: Two-Stage DEA Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 111–9.

Valdes-Vasquez, R and Klotz, L E (2013) Social Sustainability Considerations during Planning and Design: Framework of Processes for Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 80–89.

Zeynalian, M, Trigunarsyah, B and Ronagh, H R (2013) Modification of Advanced Programmatic Risk Analysis and Management Model for the Whole Project Life Cycle’s Risks. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(01), 51–59.