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Ajayi, S O (2017) Design, procurement and construction strategies for minimizing waste in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Bristol Enterprise, Research and Innovation Centre , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Akinade, O O (2017) BIM-based software for construction waste analytics using artificial intelligence hybrid models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Business and Management , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Alaka, H A (2017) 'Big data analytics' for construction firms insolvency prediction models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Faculty of Business and Law , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Asah-Kissiedu, M (2019) Development of an integrated safety, health and environmental management capability maturity model for Ghanaian construction companies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Baba, A (2013) Developing a decision support framework for low carbon housing design and delivery in the UK, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Balogun, T B (2018) Integrating bridge maintenance life cycle assessments into bridge design for improved sustainable decision making, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment, University of the West of England, Bristol.

Chidiobi, C (2022) Development of frameworks for the management of materials procurement and construction waste for Nigerian contractors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Clark, P I (2011) CDM regulations: safety targeted assessment through gateway evaluation (stage) approach, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Dwairi, S (2018) Development of an Ontology-based framework and tool for Employer Information Requirements (OntEIR), Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Evans, M (2013) An investigation into occupants' satisfaction in UK sustainable social housing, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Faculty of Environment and Technology , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Henjewele, C (2010) Modelling client's value for money uncertainties in PFI projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Faculty of Environment and Technology , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Lam, T (2017) A web-based Decision Support System to assist SMEs to broker risks and rewards for BIM adoption, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Faculty of Environment and Technology , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Love, N E (2009) Leading indicators of failure: a study of SMES in the construction sector in Wales and Scotland, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Business School , University of the West of England, Bristol.

  • Type: Thesis
  • Keywords: employment; factor analysis; financial ratio; regression analysis; small and medium sized enterprises; SMEs; UK
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  • URL: https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.501095
  • Abstract:
    In a dynamic UK economy, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) play an important role by contributing to employment and growth. Despite recognition of the importance of SMEs, and the diagnostic value of developing models for the sector, very few research studies have investigated developing failure prediction models for these businesses. Further, previous research studies highlight the importance of developing models on a regional basis rather than on a cross-regional or cross national basis. This study contributes to research in the area of failure prediction modeling in two ways. Firstly, the study successfully develops failure prediction models for construction SMEs in two regions of the UK, Wales and Scotland. Financial ratios, representing 'leading indicators' of failure, were used to develop failure prediction models by applying a range of statistical techniques including factor analysis, discriminant analysis and logistic regression analysis. In addition, the application of logistic regression analysis identified differences in the 'leading indicators' of failure between the two regions. Secondly, the study reflects on the exogenous and endogenous factors that impact on SME performance and concludes that these factors partially explain or inform the leading indicators included in the models developed. Therefore, the study adds to the body of knowledge by suggesting possible causes of success and failure of construction SMEs in Scotland and Wales.

Mahamadu, A-M (2017) Development of a decision support framework to aid selection of construction supply chain organisations for BIM-enabled projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Meng, X (2008) Development of assessment framework for construction supply chain relationships, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of the Built and Natural Environment , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Muhammed-Yakubu, N (2023) A BIM-based information management schema for construction activities data-flow across the project life cycle, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Oladejo, J (2020) An investigation in the factors affecting the implementation of health and safety management practices by contractors in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Omar, H (2020) Towards an automated photogrammetry-based approach for monitoring and controlling construction site activities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Owolabi, H (2018) Public accountability: The case of government guarantee scheme in PFI/PPP projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment, University of the West of England, Bristol.

Prabhakaran, A (2023) Development of interactive and distributed virtual environments for immersive communication in the furniture, fixture and equipment sector, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Rogan, D J (2003) Attitudes towards innovation in the construction industry: The case in the social housing sector, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Smith, D (2020) Rank and file union organising and employers' counter-mobilisation: The role of activists in the mobilisation of 'self-employed' construction workers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment, University of the West of England, Bristol.

Tanabe, S (2022) A risk allocation framework for public private partnerships (PPP) water infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of the West of England, Bristol.

Yakubu, O A (2010) Cost and time control practice of construction projects in the UK: The pursuit of effective management control, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture and Built Environment, University of the West of England, Bristol.