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Boutfskis, V and Fellows, R F (1997) Appraising the performance of long span sportshalls and swimming pools in Greece. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 2(02), 39–58.

Deakin, M (1997) The development of computer-based information systems for local authority property management 2 : the application. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 2(02), 59–84.

Goodhew, S, Bird, P and Paterson, I (1997) The financial implications of using natural ventilation to reduce the levels of radon gas within an existing 'period' dwelling. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 2(02), 85–104.

Reszka, M and Edwards, P J (1997) Joint ventures: a construction project case study. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 2(02), 5–20.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: building procurement; joint venture; partnering
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1366-4387
  • URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journals.htm?issn=1366-4387
  • Abstract:
    A major Australian construction project is used as a basis for comparing the theory and practice of joint venture enterprises. The case study shows that in general, the principles and procedures advocated in the literature are supported. In addition, joint ventures may be a means of ensuring that existing client bases can be maintained, and that partner company growth is not compromised. The joint venture partner selection process may be informal as much as formal For personnel recruitment, in terms Of employee motivation it may be more advantageous to second people from the parent companies rather than break existing employees' service conditions. The case study also indicates how joint ventures can be used domestically as well as internationally.

Woodhead, R (1997) Exploring the hurdle rate in preparation for a Value Management Workshop Planning Session. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 2(02), 21–38.