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Adriaanse, A, Voordijk, H and Dewulf, G (2010) The use of interorganisational ICT in construction projects: a critical perspective. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 223–37.

Ahuja, V, Yang, J, Skitmore, M and Shankar, R (2010) An empirical test of causal relationships of factors affecting ICT adoption for building project management: An Indian SME case study. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 164–80.

Bowen, P, Jay, I, Cattell, K and Edwards, P (2010) Value management awareness and practice by South African architects: an empirical study. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 203–22.

Chen, L and Mohamed, S (2010) The strategic importance of tacit knowledge management activities in construction. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 138–63.

Nadim, W and Goulding, J S (2010) Offsite production in the UK: the way forward? A UK construction industry perspective. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 181–202.

Sharp, M (2010) Simple solutions to complex issues in the built environment. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 121–5.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: buildings; complexity theory; innovation
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1471-4175
  • URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/14714171011037147
  • Abstract:
    Purpose: This paper purports that a holistic approach needs to be adopted in order to ensure that effective solutions can be found to enable the environment that we build is fit for purpose. Design/methodology/approach: This paper introduces complexity theory within the context of the built environment, and investigates several existing and assumed problems (e.g. socio-technical-economic) using this approach in order to develop new solutions and garner deeper understanding. Findings: Many of the problems that we readily identify with are simply put down to fragmentation or the “nature of the industry”; complexity theory, however, offers the possibility of “how” to change. Originality/value: The real value of this paper is to provide readers with an alternative approach to conventional problems. This innovative approach aims to quantify why problems exist and how they can be addressed.

Vennström, A and Eriksson, P E (2010) Client perceived barriers to change of the construction process. Construction Innovation, 10(02), 126–37.