All Outputs (17)

E-readiness in construction : readiness of UK construction organisations (2012)
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Lou, E. E-readiness in construction : readiness of UK construction organisations. (Thesis). University of Salford

In today's economic climate, competitive advantage can be achieved by focusing on issues such as providing high quality services and products with minimal cost, having the flexibility to predict and respond to market needs, or through the efficient... Read More about E-readiness in construction : readiness of UK construction organisations.

A framework for successful implementation of IT for the construction organizations in Saudi Arabia (2011)
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Alsahli, A. A framework for successful implementation of IT for the construction organizations in Saudi Arabia. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

At the present time, the global business environment in all industries is characterised by organizational dependence based on information, knowledge and communication technology. This reliance on information technology raised... Read More about A framework for successful implementation of IT for the construction organizations in Saudi Arabia.

Design, analysis and development of HR best practices model in Abu Dhabi police HR general directorate (2011)
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Al-Manhali, M. Design, analysis and development of HR best practices model in Abu Dhabi police HR general directorate. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Human Resources Best Practices are essential for any organization as these practices are well known for the effective role they play in increasing the organization productivity and efficiency. Many years ago, scientists started studying these prac... Read More about Design, analysis and development of HR best practices model in Abu Dhabi police HR general directorate.

Critical success factors to industrialised building system (IBS) contractor (2011)
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Mohamad Kamar, K. Critical success factors to industrialised building system (IBS) contractor. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Industrialised Building System (IBS) is defined as a construction technique in which components are manufactured in a controlled environment (on or off site), transported, positioned and assembled into a structure with minimal additional site work.... Read More about Critical success factors to industrialised building system (IBS) contractor.

Integrating collaborative extranets with project integrated databases to improve the construction tender stage (2008)
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Al-Ajam, M. Integrating collaborative extranets with project integrated databases to improve the construction tender stage. (Thesis). University of Salford

The management of the construction projects is exponentially increasing in complexity since it has to deal with highly fragmented, complex and unique combinations of business relations, communications and processes. Each phase in the construction cyc... Read More about Integrating collaborative extranets with project integrated databases to improve the construction tender stage.

Measuring organisational readiness prior to IT/IS investment (2007)
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Salleh, H. Measuring organisational readiness prior to IT/IS investment. (Thesis). University of Salford

The high percentage of IT/IS projects failure has led to a wide investigation efforts. Several studies have revealed that new or indeed major changes in IT/IS projects are affecting people, processes, organisational structures and current IT infras... Read More about Measuring organisational readiness prior to IT/IS investment.

A framework for a capability maturity model for purchasing : construction and manufacturing engineering (2005)
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Hassan, H. A framework for a capability maturity model for purchasing : construction and manufacturing engineering. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Purchasing activities are defined as the essential activities associated with the acquisition of the materials, services and equipment used in a business organisation. They are significant functions because they help organisations to realise many... Read More about A framework for a capability maturity model for purchasing : construction and manufacturing engineering.

An ICT framework to improve the tendering process in the governmental construction sector in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia (2005)
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Al-Atawi, S. An ICT framework to improve the tendering process in the governmental construction sector in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. (Thesis). University of Salford

This research explores the nature of tendering procurement process within the public construction sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In the first instance an outline of the general characteristics of the environment in which construction project... Read More about An ICT framework to improve the tendering process in the governmental construction sector in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

A model for a successful implementation of knowledge management in engineering organizations (2004)
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Obaide, A. A model for a successful implementation of knowledge management in engineering organizations. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Knowledge management (KM) is an emerging discipline that promises to capitalize on organizations intellectual capital. KM refers to the process of managing the life-cycle of knowledge relevant to areas that are mission critical to the organization... Read More about A model for a successful implementation of knowledge management in engineering organizations.

Information systems/information technology success and evaluation : an evaluation framework and general practitioner model (2002)
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Saleh, Y. Information systems/information technology success and evaluation : an evaluation framework and general practitioner model. (Thesis). University of Salford

The main goal for IS/IT projects is the successful and timely delivery which meets their planned performance and objectives. However, IS/IT projects frequently fail. It has been reported that, on average, IS systems are delivered one year behind sc... Read More about Information systems/information technology success and evaluation : an evaluation framework and general practitioner model.

GAPP-IT : a generic IT training model for construction (2000)
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Goulding, J. GAPP-IT : a generic IT training model for construction. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Construction organisations are increasingly focussing their energies, resources, and aspirations to the development of strategy. In this context, information technology (IT) is progressively being used as a core tool and enabler of the business st... Read More about GAPP-IT : a generic IT training model for construction.

CAPE construction application protocol for data transfer : a building data model (1998)
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Che Wan Putra, C. CAPE construction application protocol for data transfer : a building data model. (Thesis). University of Salford

Construction is a process, which involves diverse parties having different professional skills and interest. At present, the co-operation and information exchange between parties involved in any construction has not yet been attained. During a proj... Read More about CAPE construction application protocol for data transfer : a building data model.

Information and process modelling for IT implementation at the briefing stage (1997)
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Yusuf, F. Information and process modelling for IT implementation at the briefing stage. (Thesis). University of Salford

During the early stages of a construction project, clients often have difficulties in identifying and communicating their actual requirements to designers or other project participants. This is mainly due to their difficulty in comprehending the va... Read More about Information and process modelling for IT implementation at the briefing stage.

Conplan : construction planning and buildability evaluation in an integrated and intelligent construction environment (1997)
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Hassan, Z. Conplan : construction planning and buildability evaluation in an integrated and intelligent construction environment. (Thesis). University of Salford

The lack of a buildability evaluation at the design stage coupled with the separation of the design and construction processes have been acknowledged to cause buildability problems on site. Normally, designers view of their task, is to develop a m... Read More about Conplan : construction planning and buildability evaluation in an integrated and intelligent construction environment.

Integrating design and construction to improve constructability through an effective usage of IT (1995)
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Underwood, J. Integrating design and construction to improve constructability through an effective usage of IT. (Thesis). University of Salford

It is now widely recognised that bridging the gap between design and construction is essential for improving product quality, cost, lead time, and materials waste. The design of buildings has been separated from its production since at least the m... Read More about Integrating design and construction to improve constructability through an effective usage of IT.

Human capital development in special economic zones the case of Dubai
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Al Sakka, F. Human capital development in special economic zones the case of Dubai. (Thesis). University of Salford

The notion of human capital as an economic asset was first emerged in 1961 when Theodore Schultz coined the phrase. In the current most serious economic crisis since the 1930s, strategists and analysts in governments and commercial institutions are t... Read More about Human capital development in special economic zones the case of Dubai.

Process protocol for the implementation of integrated project delivery in the UAE : a client perspective
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Al Ahbabi, M. Process protocol for the implementation of integrated project delivery in the UAE : a client perspective. (Thesis). University of Salford

The design, construction and commissioning of construction projects have been repeatedly mentioned as fragmented and inefficient. Much of the waste that is generated throughout the lifecycle of a building is mainly related to project stakeholders not... Read More about Process protocol for the implementation of integrated project delivery in the UAE : a client perspective.