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Abraham, D M and Yeh, M H J (1999) Breakwater construction: an effective method for industrial waste utilization. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 145–54.
Al-Tabtabai, H and Alex, A P (1999) Using genetic algorithms to solve optimization problems in construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 121–32.
Alshawi, M and Hassan, Z (1999) Integrated models for construction planning: object flow and relationship. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 197–212.
Bhokha, S and Ogunlana, S O (1999) Application of artificial neural network to forecast construction duration of buildings at the pre-design stage. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 133–44.
Bowen, P A, Pearl, R G and Edwards, P J (1999) Client briefing processes and procurement method selection: a South African study. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 91–104.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: ECAMefing process; construction project; procurement method; South Africa
- ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
- URL: http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/bsc/ecam/1999/00000006/00000002/art00075
- Abstract:
An effective client briefing process and the selection of an appropriate building procurement system both contribute to the attainment of client objectives with respect to time, cost and quality for construction projects. The present paper documents the results of an empirical study into the nature and effectiveness of the project briefing process, and the selection and effectiveness of procurement methods in the attainment of client objectives. A national questionnaire survey was administered to clients, architects, quantity surveyors, engineers, project managers and general contractors in South Africa. The results show that room for improvement exists in the manner in which project briefing is conducted and the manner in which procurement methods are selected.
Emmitt, S (1999) Architectural management: an evolving field. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 188–96.
Liu, A M-M (1999) A research model of project complexity and goal commitment effects on project outcome. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 105–11.
Ndekugri, I and McDonnell, B (1999) Differing site conditions risks: a FIDIC/engineering and construction contract comparison. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 177–87.
Ng, S T, Skitmore, M R and Smith, N J (1999) Decision-makers' perceptions in the formulation of pre-qualification criteria. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 155–65.
Walker, A and Wing, C K (1999) The relationship between construction project management theory and transaction cost economics. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 166–76.
Wantanakorn, D, Mawdesley, M J and Askew, W H (1999) Management errors in construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 6(02), 112–20.