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Agapiou, A and Dainty, A R J (2003) Client-led approaches to increasing participation of women, ethnic minorities and disabled people in the construction workforce: a framework for change. Journal of Construction Procurement, 9(02), 4–16.

Gransberg, D D and Molenaar, K (2003) A synthesis of design-builder selection methods for public infrastructure projects. Journal of Construction Procurement, 9(02), 40–51.

Hong, X and Proverbs, D (2003) Contractor relationships: a comparison in Japan, the UK and the US. Journal of Construction Procurement, 9(02), 52–64.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: International comparison; contractor; relationship; analysis of variance
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1358-9180
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  • Abstract:
    International comparisons of contractor performance and practice allow contractors in different countries to distinguish their own strengths and weaknesses and improve their competitiveness accordingly. Based on a survey of contractors in Japan, the U.K. and the U.S., contractor relationships with other participants in the process are investigated. These relationships are important as they have a significant impact on the performance of contractors. Results indicate that partnering is reasonably well established in the three countries and that a wide range of participants including clients, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers are likely to be involved. In the U.K. and U.S., contractors focus on client relationships, while Japanese contractors tend to work more closely with their subcontractors. Evidence suggests that in regard to claim resolution methods, an exchange of ideas between firms in the East and West is developing.

Miller, C, Packham, G and Thomas, B (2003) Inter-organisational relationships and their effect upon small construction enterprises in South Wales: co-operation at a cost. Journal of Construction Procurement, 9(02), 17–28.

Root, D S, Thorpe, A, Thomson, D S, Austin, S A and Hammond, J W (2003) Design chains: introducing supply chain management into the construction design process. Journal of Construction Procurement, 9(02), 29–39.