Design science research in lean construction : process and outcomes

Rocha, CG; Formoso, CT; Tzortzopoulos Fazenda, P; Koskela, LJ; Tezel, BA

Abstract

Design science (or constructive) research is a mode of producing scientific
knowledge. It differs from explanatory research whose goal is to describe, understand and eventually predict phenomena of a particular field. Alternatively, the goal of design science research is to develop scientifically grounded solutions that are able to solve real-world problems. In this way, it establishes an appropriate link between theory and practice, strengthening the relevance of academic research. This paper
discusses the design science research approach and illustrates through the analysis of two Ph.D investigations how it can be adopted in lean construction. In this paper, the outcomes and the research process adopted in these investigations are presented. At the end, some conclusions concerning the outcomes achieved and the activities
involved in conducting design science in lean construction are discussed.

Citation

Rocha, C., Formoso, C., Tzortzopoulos Fazenda, P., Koskela, L., & Tezel, B. (2012, July). Design science research in lean construction : process and outcomes. Presented at 20th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, San Diego, USA

• Presentation Conference Type: Other
• Conference Name: 20th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction
• Conference Location: San Diego, USA
• Start Date: Jul 18, 2012
• End Date: Jul 20, 2012
• Acceptance Date: Mar 19, 2023
• Publication Date: Jul 1, 2012
• Deposit Date: Dec 16, 2015
• Publicly Available Date: Dec 16, 2015
• Publisher URL: http://www.iglc.net/Papers/Details/770
• Additional Information: Event Type : Conference