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Bhagwat, K and Venkata Santosh Kumar, D (2022) A systematic review of construction safety research: quantitative and qualitative content analysis approach. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 243-61.
Chipozya Kosta, T, Muleya, F and Phiri, E (2022) Demystifying performance difference between local and foreign contractors through organisational culture. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 325-44.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: local contractors; foreign contractors; organisational culture; Zambia; innovations; corporate culture; questionnaires; leadership; knowledge sharing; cultural differences; clients; market share
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- URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/BEPAM-02-2021-0029
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This research aimed to investigate the extent to which organisational culture is practised in local and foreign contractors in grade one and two categories and how it affects their performance. The approach for this research was positivist in nature adopting a mono-method of data collection through a survey using self-administered questionnaires. A total of 138 questionnaires were distributed among public clients and large-scale contractors registered in the stated grades, and 112 questionnaires were returned for analysis representing an overall response rate of 81% for contractors and clients. revealed that in organisational culture, significant differences were found for management style and dominant characteristics of the organisation between local and foreign contractors. Differences were not found for leadership styles, measures of success and organisational glue. Results suggest that for local contractors to perform better, significant changes are needed to their management style and dominant characteristics of their organisations. Foreign contractors in the Zambian construction industry are reportedly outperforming local contractors making them preferred contractors on larger public projects accounting for 85% of construction projects by value of works. This study presents the differences in organisational culture between foreign and local firms. It further demonstrates that organisational culture plays a key role in determining performance of a contracting firm. The study presents areas that local contractors can improve in organisational culture in order to remain competitive.
Henry Duncan John, M, Amoah, C and Ayesu-Koranteng, E (2022) Causes of road projects' delays: a case of Blantyre, Malawi. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 293-308.
Heravi, G, Taherkhani, A H, Sobhkhiz, S, Mashhadi, A H and Zahiri-Hashemi, R (2022) Integrating risk management's best practices to estimate deep excavation projects' time and cost. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 180-204.
Jayantha Wadu, M and Maqsood, T (2022) Transport infrastructure, accessibility and residential property values: evidence from Hong Kong. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 163-79.
Kaluarachchi, M, Waidyasekara, K and Rameezdeen, R (2022) Antecedents of noise pollution control behaviour of employees of construction companies. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 277-92.
Kamardeen, I (2022) Work stress related cardiovascular diseases among construction professionals. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 223-42.
Martek, I, Edwards, D J, Seaton, S and Jones, D (2022) An appraisal of Australia's approach to promoting urban sustainability. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 262-76.
Nguyen Van, D, Le Dinh, T and Tran, H-B (2022) Assessing stakeholder satisfaction in PPP transport projects in developing countries: evidence from Vietnam. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 309-24.
Nyamagere Gladys, S, Rwelamila, P D and Gimbi, J J (2022) A conceptual framework for managing post-disaster reconstruction projects in emerging economies: the case of Angola. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 205-22.
Stanitsas, M and Kirytopoulos, K (2022) Underlying factors for successful project management to construct sustainable built assets. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 129-46.
Zeb, J (2022) A level of service framework for service-centric asset management planning. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(2), 147-62.