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Abbasianjahromi, H, Shadhy, V P and Beykian, A (2021) Developing a smart helmet based on the internet of things to manage hearing problems in the construction projects. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 231-50.

Adade-Boateng, A O, Fugar, F and Adinyira, E (2021) Framework to improve the attitudes of construction workers towards safety helmets. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 65-86.

Akeila, M, Preece, C and Kuok, K K K (2021) Evaluating the environmental performance of 3D printed shelters in Jordan. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 117-34.

Aliu, J, Aigbavboa, C and Wellington Didibhuku, T (2021) Driving the fourth industrial revolution initiative through university and industry collaborations. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 211-30.

Bapat, H, Debasis, S and Rajesh, G (2021) Selection of sustainable materials for energy savings of infrastructure-transportation project in Ahmedabad, India using BIM and FCM. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 135-61.

Kouch, K A, Panuwatwanich, K, Sancharoen, P and Sahachaisaree, P (2021) Development of augmented reality application for onsite inspection of expressway structures using Microsoft HoloLens. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 87-116.

Rafique, M Ahmed, S and Ismail, M (2021) Impact of safety climate on safety behaviour in construction projects: Mediating mechanism and interacting effect. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 163-81.

Saleh, N, Enshassi, A and Sundermeier, M (2021) Challenges hindering the resourcing for post-disaster housing reconstruction in Gaza. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 183-210.

Soemardi, B W, Kusuma, B, Pribadi, K S and Yuliar, S (2021) Technological capabilities of medium-sized contractors in Indonesia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 1-15.

Tutesigensi, A, Kibwami, N and Matege, S B (2021) The status of value management practice on construction projects in Uganda and strategies for improvement. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 251-67.

Ullal, A and Tombesi, P (2021) Dimensions and correlates of development in construction. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 37-64.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: developing countries; industry development; industrial statistics; case studies
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  • URL: https://doi.org/10.21315/jcdc2021.26.2.3
  • Abstract:

    In light of the limited impact research on construction in developing countries has had on theory and practice, this article discusses the meaning of development as it pertains to construction. The discussion distinguishes between studies addressing construction in developing countries, entailing focus on context and case-based approaches to research, and studies that focus on the process of construction industry development. Progress in research addressing the process of development has been hampered by a lack of data to support the examination of changes in construction industries over time and to compare industries in countries at different stages of economic development. To encourage more process-oriented research, a definition of development in construction is elaborated to include six important dimensions – i.e., important factors affecting construction industry development. Taking into account the lack of relevant statistics, correlates for these dimensions (i.e., statistical proxies) are reviewed. Finally, a manner of graphically presenting these dimensions and correlates is introduced. This graphic format enables visual comparison of conditions affecting construction in different countries. It also provides a frame for relating separate case studies to support comparisons and contributions to theory.

Wong, C C, Faizul Azli, M-R and Loo, S C (2021) Enterprise risk management and risk culture in construction public listed companies. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 17-36.