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Alves, T d C L, Milberg, C and Walsh, K D (2012) Exploring lean construction practice, research, and education. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(05), 512-25.
Chang, Y, Wilkinson, S, Potangaroa, R and Seville, E (2012) Managing resources in disaster recovery projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(05), 557-80.
Heravi, G and Ilbeigi, M (2012) Development of a comprehensive model for construction project success evaluation by contractors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(05), 526-42.
Li, S and Ling, F Y Y (2012) Critical strategies for Chinese architectural, engineering and construction firms to achieve profitability. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(05), 495-511.
Nourbakhsh, M, Zin, R M, Irizarry, J, Zolfagharian, S and Gheisari, M (2012) Mobile application prototype for on-site information management in construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(05), 474-94.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: construction industry; information management; mobile application; mobile communication systems; usability test
- ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/09699981211259577
- Abstract:
Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to present the results of a study aimed at investigating the information requirements for broad use mobile applications for construction projects. It also presents the results of usability testing of a mobile application prototype for improving information management in construction projects. Design/methodology/approach - To achieve the research objectives, the information required to properly design the mobile application was collected by distributing an online questionnaire among construction professionals. Then a server-based application prototype was developed based on enterprise content management concepts. The mobile application was tested in a laboratory by setting a group of construction management postgraduate students who had experience of working in the construction industry. Findings - This study determines and ranks the critical on-site information artifacts, considered highly important from the perspective of clients, consultants, and contractors. The study also illustrates the development of a mobile application prototype and results of a usability test. The test results demonstrate that the application is well designed, user friendly, and meets user requirements. Practical implications - The results of this study are useful for developing a functional mobile application to manage on-site information in construction projects. Originality/value - The paper makes an original contribution by investigating information requirements of a mobile application for on-site information management.
Yong, Y C and Mustaffa, N E (2012) Analysis of factors critical to construction project success in Malaysia. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 19(05), 543-56.