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The efficacy of using appropriate techniques and technologies for knowledge capture in small and medium enterprises in architecture, engineering and construction
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Hari, S., Egbu, C., & Kumar, B. The efficacy of using appropriate techniques and technologies for knowledge capture in small and medium enterprises in architecture, engineering and construction. Presented at Second Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built And Natural Environment (PRoBE), Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, UK,

Maximising the impact of knowledge for innovation in gaining competitive advantage
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Train, A., & Egbu, C. Maximising the impact of knowledge for innovation in gaining competitive advantage. Presented at Construction and Building Research Conference (COBRA) 2006, The Bartlett School, University College London, London, UK,

Due to the global nature of today’s trading environment, it is vital that firms work to develop dynamic capabilities enabling them to stay ahead of competitors. Innovation is widely accepted as being a source of sustainable competitive advantage. How... Read More about Maximising the impact of knowledge for innovation in gaining competitive advantage.

The development of a methodology to match the client's project requirements with the knowledge of the project team in refurbishment projects
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Lee, C., & Egbu, C. The development of a methodology to match the client's project requirements with the knowledge of the project team in refurbishment projects. Presented at Construction and Building Research Conference (COBRA) 2006, The Bartlett School, University College London, London, UK,

Refurbishment projects are generally considered to be higher risk, more complex and in need of greater co-ordination than new build projects. Meeting client requirements and managing refurbishment projects can pose a difficult task for construction o... Read More about The development of a methodology to match the client's project requirements with the knowledge of the project team in refurbishment projects.

Knowledge management in the control of healthcare associated infections in facilities management services in hospitals - its practices and challenges
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Liyanage, C., & Egbu, C. Knowledge management in the control of healthcare associated infections in facilities management services in hospitals - its practices and challenges. Presented at Construction and Building Research Conference (COBRA) 2006, The Bartlett School, University College London, London, UK,

The paper reports on a research project which focuses on the control of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI) in facilities management (FM) services (specifically domestic services). The main aim of this paper is to provide a detailed discussion on... Read More about Knowledge management in the control of healthcare associated infections in facilities management services in hospitals - its practices and challenges.

Linking human resource management and knowledge management for performance improvements: a case study approach
Presentation / Conference
Olomolaiye, A., & Egbu, C. Linking human resource management and knowledge management for performance improvements: a case study approach. Presented at Construction and Building Research Conference (COBRA) 2006, The Bartlett School, University College London, London, UK,

Knowledge management (KM), though still a relatively new area of research, has captured the attention of many management researchers and practitioners as the panacea for effective organisational performance. But the challenge posed by the reluctance... Read More about Linking human resource management and knowledge management for performance improvements: a case study approach.

Technologies and techniques for knowledge management in UK construction
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Ruikar, K., Anumba, C., Al-Ghassani, A., Egbu, C., Kurul, E., Quintas, P., & Hutchinson, V. Technologies and techniques for knowledge management in UK construction. Presented at 1st International on World of Construction Project Management, Toronto, Canada

Impact of six sigma on construction performance
Presentation / Conference
Kashiwagi, D., Chong, N., Costilla, M., McMenimen, F., & Egbu, C. Impact of six sigma on construction performance. Presented at 20th Annual Conference Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM), Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

Leadership vs. management in the construction industry
Presentation / Conference
Kashiwagi, D., Egbu, C., Kovel, J., & Badger, W. Leadership vs. management in the construction industry. Presented at 20th Annual Conference Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM), Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh