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Chan, A P C, Ho, D K C and Tam, C M (2001) Design and build: views from some major public clients in Hong Kong. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 22-31.
de Valence, G (2001) Defining an industry: what is the size and scope of the Australian building and construction industry. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 53-65.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: industry performance; construction; Australia
- ISBN/ISSN: 1445-2634
- URL: https://doi.org/10.5130/AJCEB.v1i1.2280
- Abstract:
The analysis and understanding of the conduct and performance of an industry begins with a study of its structure. However, before analysing an industry’s structure it is necessary to define the industry and identify its size, scope and scale to establish its true economic contribution. This paper discusses the size and scope of the Australian building and construction industry, firstly, from a traditional industry economics approach by firm size and business characteristics using data from three construction industry surveys done over 15 years by the ABS. Secondly, data from an industry ’cluster’ perspective is shown. The objective of the paper is to compare the differences found in industry size and scope in the structure-conduct-performance approach and the alternative industry cluster approach. Each model reveals different characteristics of the industry. The conclusion finds that the building and construction industry is a case where the traditional structure-conduct-performance model cannot be easily applied.
Lawther, P and Edwards, P (2001) Design cost modelling - the way forwad. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 32-42.
Smallwood, J and Venter, D (2001) The role of media in South African health and safety. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 43-52.
Smith, P (2001) Information technology and the QS practice. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 1-21.
Tse, R Y C and Raftery, J (2001) Infrastructure policy and economic growth: case study of Hong Kong. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 66-79.
Wasi, D and Skitmore, M (2001) Factors affecting the performance of small indigenous contractors in Papua New Guinea. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 80-90.
Weddikkara, C and Devapriya, K (2001) Demand and supply trends and construction industry: a case study in the Sri Lankan construction industry. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 91-105.
Wood, B (2001) Sustainability of construction education. Construction Economics and Building, 1(01), 106-112.