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Eliwa, H K, Jelodar, M B, Poshdar, M and Zavvari, A (2024) Organizational infrastructure and information and communication technology infrastructure alignment in construction organizations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(07).

Gajendran, T and Brewer, G (2012) Cultural consciousness and the effective implementation of information and communication technology. Construction Innovation, 12(02), 179-97.

• Type: Journal Article
• Keywords: Australia; communication; communications technology; cultural analysis; cultural beliefs; information technology; project teams; relationships; trust
• ISBN/ISSN: 1471-4175
• URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/14714171211215930
• Abstract:
  Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to discuss how culture, influenced by the project setup and contextual issues, impacts on information and communication technology (ICT) engagement, through a multiple perspective approach to cultural assessment. A "cultural lens" is used to understand the level of ICT engagement in project organisations. Design/methodology/approach - Cultural analysis (CA) is employed as the overarching research methodology. The CA investigates the conflicts between the "espoused values" and "actual beliefs" of members to understand culture. A pre-existing CA framework with established "espoused values" for ICT implementation is used in this study. Ethnographic interview in a case study setup is employed to extract actual cultural beliefs. These beliefs are then analysed through the CA framework to explain cultural environment and its impact on ICT implementation. Findings - The ICT-related behaviour of the project team members is contextual to a project environment. This implies that effective ICT adoption requires careful consideration of the cultural traits in the design and implementation phases. It is suggested that neither a simple linear prescription nor overlooking specific contextual aspects is beneficial for effective ICT implementation. Originality/value - This paper contributes in developing an understanding of: how CA framework through deciphering "espoused values" and "actual beliefs" can assist in studying organisational issues; and how the contextual issues shape the culture in a project organisation leading to "integrated" or "fragmented" ICT implementation.

Gajendran, T and Brewer, G (2007) Integration of information and communication technology: Influence of the cultural environment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 532–49.

Matipa, W M and Siamuzwe, V M M (2005) Information and communication technology [ICT] supported supply chain management: benefits for construction business in landlocked developing nations. In: Khosrowshahi, F (Ed.), Proceedings 21st Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-9 September 2005, London, UK. Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Vol. 1, 489–98.

Oloke, D, Manase, D and Olomolaiye, P (2005) Construction health and safety (H&S) performance: a conceptual framework for enhancing information and communication technology (ICT) impacts. In: Khosrowshahi, F (Ed.), Proceedings 21st Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-9 September 2005, London, UK. Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Vol. 1, 465–74.

Peansupap, V and Walker, D (2005) Exploratory factors influencing information and communication technology diffusion and adoption within Australian construction organizations: a micro analysis. Construction Innovation, 5(03), 135–57.

Peansupap, V and Walker, D H T (2004) Strategic adoption of information and communication technology (ICT): case studies of construction contractors. In: Khosrowshahi, F (Ed.), Proceedings 20th Annual ARCOM Conference, 1-3 September 2004, Edinburgh, UK. Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Vol. 2, 1235–45.

Van der Vlist, A J, Vrolijk, M H and Dewulf, G P M R (2014) On information and communication technology and production cost in construction industry: evidence from the Netherlands. Construction Management and Economics, 32(06), 641-51.

Wilson, A J and Walker, D H T (2004) The strategy of information and communication technology diffusion. In: Khosrowshahi, F (Ed.), Proceedings 20th Annual ARCOM Conference, 1-3 September 2004, Edinburgh, UK. Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Vol. 1, 571–8.