Implementing IT Business Strategy in the Construction Industry

Implementing IT Business Strategy in the Construction Industry
Author: Hua, Goh Bee
Publsiher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2013-06-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781466641860

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Technology development has provided fundamental benefits of speed, precision, and convenience to common business strategies; providing not only a means for functional integration, but also an opportunity to enhance competitive capability of a business firm. Implementing IT Business Strategy in the Construction Industry brings together topics on understanding business strategy and competitive advantage, as well as essential benefits of concepts and technologies for improving efficiency of the construction industry. This reference source is directed toward researchers, policy-makers, practitioners, undergraduate, and postgraduate students, in order to gain insights into the complex workings of the traditional construction industry and the concepts and tools used to facilitate a strategically IT enabled industry.

Strategic Management in Construction

Strategic Management in Construction
Author: David Langford,Steven Male
Publsiher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780470680049

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This book reviews the general theory of strategy, relates it to the particular circumstances of the construction industry, and shows how it can be applied in practice. It brings together ideas from economics, marketing, management, business and politics to develop strategic management for both contractors' firms and the associated professions. Substantial changes have occurred in the industry since the book was first published in 1991. This Second Edition reflects the major developments that have followed the Latham and Egan reports, and includes new chapters on international strategy and marketing, showing how they can contribute to the strategic planning of construction organizations. The book will provide a valuable tool for the strategic development of construction firms. "Ten years separate the editions during which period a significant number of British, (and other), construction firms which had survived generations of proprietors merged, changed beyond recognition or ceased trading. One can not but wonder if publication of a work on strategic planning some twenty year earlier might have saved some of them." Construction Manager "The book presents the essential elements for managing at this higher level and should be a must for any construction professional who aspires to an executive position in industry as well as any student for construction management, project management and organizational management in construction. It comes highly recommended" Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management

Knowledge Management in Construction

Knowledge Management in Construction
Author: Chimay J. Anumba,Charles Egbu,Patricia Carrillo
Publsiher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780470759523

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A key problem facing the construction industry is that all work is done by transient project teams, and in the past there has been no structured approach to learning from projects once they are completed. Now, though, the industry is adapting concepts of knowledge management to improve the situation. This book brings together 13 contributors from research and industry to show how managing construction knowledge can bring real benefits to organisations and projects. It covers a wide range of issues, from basic definitions and fundamental concepts, to the role of information technology, and engendering a knowledge sharing culture. Practical examples from construction and other industry sectors are used throughout to illustrate the various dimensions of knowledge management. The challenges of implementing knowledge management are outlined and the ensuing benefits highlighted.

Corporate Strategy in Construction

Corporate Strategy in Construction
Author: Steven McCabe
Publsiher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2010-01-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1444318764

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This book draws together the main elements of strategic management theory and considers their relevance to contemporary practice in construction. It helps students understand what corporate strategy involves and how it is possible to develop a proactive approach to the management of key organisational resources that are essential to attain objectives. Understanding of the importance of strategic management has developed rapidly in the past decade. Recent economic events have shown that all organisations must continually reassess their approach to achieving intended objectives, especially improvement in customer focus. The construction industry is no different. Construction employers require graduates who are competent in understanding the basis of strategic management, the range of techniques that will enable the organisation to identify opportunities and threats and respond to rapid change. This book provides an overview of the context in which construction projects are carried out, and the potential methods that exist to conduct strategic analysis and decision-making. By analysing case studies, Corporate Strategy in Construction: Understanding today's theory & practice demonstrates how vital lessons can be learnt from other industries by benchmarking practices and developing alternative ways of delivering value to clients. A key message of the book is that construction organisations can, with a better appreciation of strategic management, increase their potential to innovate and create sustainable competitive advantage.

Construction Business Development

Construction Business Development
Author: Christopher Preece,Paul Smith,Krisen Moodley
Publsiher: Routledge
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007-03-30
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781136414947

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Construction Business Development is the first book to provide an insight into business development strategies, tools and techniques in construction. This edited text combines academic research with the broad industrial experience of construction business development professionals and marketing consultants. It uses illustrations and case studies in addressing current and future challenges and opportunities in a highly competitive business environment. This practical book will help construction managers learn how to turn clients into loyal customers.

Strategic Management Applied to International Construction

Strategic Management Applied to International Construction
Author: Rodney Howes,Joseph Tah
Publsiher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2003-02
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0727732110

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Written to provide coverage of the knowledge required to address strategic issues relating to the business of construction on a global scale. This book provides knowledge by a series of case studies of leading consultants, and contractors and suppliers of products to highlight practice by organizations in America, Japan and Europe.

Strategic Management of IT in Construction

Strategic Management of IT in Construction
Author: Martin Betts
Publsiher: Wiley-Blackwell
Total Pages: 406
Release: 1999-09-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0632040262

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"This book is essential reading for all those who want to remain competitive . those who read [it] will find it not only a mine of useful information, but also a stimulus to change." From the Foreword, by Professor Peter Brandon, University of Salford. After years of being slow to change, the construction industry has finally started to appreciate the importance of information technology as a tool in construction process re-engineering. This book brings together leading academics, construction management practitioners and experts from ITcompanies to show why the new IT technologies and communications are of such importance to the modern construction business. It introduces the concept of strategic management and the importance of IT as an enabler of new developments. It describes current practices for using IT for construction, with major case studies of IT management from the UK and elsewhere worldwide, and additionally considers best-practice benchmarks. Finally, it shows how these concepts, techniques and practical ideas can be applied to move current practice forward. The book is required reading for all construction businesses as they seek to deal with the more competitive environment in which they work.

Construction Innovation and Process Improvement

Construction Innovation and Process Improvement
Author: Akintola Akintoye,Jack Goulding,Girma Zawdie
Publsiher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 457
Release: 2012-04-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781405156486

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Innovation in construction is essential for growth. The industry strives to remain competitive using a variety of approaches and needs to engage structured initiatives linked to proven innovation concepts, techniques and applications. Even in mature markets like the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) sector, where business behaviour is generally considered as being risk averse, it is increasingly important to embed innovation into mainstream business practices. In Construction Innovation and Process Improvement a number of wide ranging issues from construction practice in different countries with different contexts are presented to provide a rich collection of literature embracing theory and practice. Chapters are divided into three broad themes of construction innovation relating to: Theory and Practice; Process Drivers; and Future Technologies. Several questions are posed, including for example: What is particularly unique about construction innovation in theory and practice? What are the major drivers of construction innovation? What factors are needed to support and deliver future construction technologies? In attempting to respond to such questions, the book sheds new light on these challenges, and provides readers with a number of ways forward, especially cognisant of the increased role of globalisation, the enhanced impact of knowledge, and importance of innovation. All these can have a significant impact on strategic decision-making, competitive advantage, and sustainable policies and practices. Part One deals with change management, technology, sustainable construction, and supply chain management; Part Two addresses innovation and process improvement drivers, including strategic management, concurrent engineering, risk management, innovative procurement, knowledge management; Part Three explores future technologies in construction – and particularly, how these can be harnessed and leveraged to help procure innovation and process improvement.