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Akintoye, A and Skitmore, M R (1991) Profitability of UK construction contractors. Construction Management and Economics, 9(04), 311-25.
Arditi, D and Suh, K (1991) Estimating system selection expert. Construction Management and Economics, 9(04), 369-81.
Bresnen, M J and Haslam, C O (1991) Construction industry clients: a survey of their attributes and project management practices. Construction Management and Economics, 9(04), 327-42.
Kaka, A P and Price, A D F (1991) Relationship between value and duration of construction projects. Construction Management and Economics, 9(04), 383-400.
Morgan, R E and Morgan, N A (1991) An appraisal of the marketing development in engineering consultancy firms. Construction Management and Economics, 9(04), 355-68.
Ward, S C, Curtis, B and Chapman, C B (1991) Objectives and performance in construction projects. Construction Management and Economics, 9(04), 343-53.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: management contracting; objectives; project performance
- ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446199100000027
- Abstract:
This paper considers the problems associated with the identification and use of project-related objectives held by a project-owning, client organization. It is argued that the evaluation of projects, contractors, professionals or procurement methods solely on the extent to which client objectives are achieved is problematic. Difficulties include setting objectives at an appropriate level, allowing for uncertainty and interdependencies between objectives, and measuring the achievement of objectives. Proper evaluation and improvements in performance require an examination not just of project objectives but also of the processes involved in pursuing them