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Briggs, B (2021) An improved earned value management method integrating quality and safety, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Chokwitthaya, C (2020) A framework for augmenting building performance models using machine learning and immersive virtual environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Delatte, G (2014) The effects of three dimensional modeling on labor productivity through enhancing visualization of craft workers in the industrial construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Dunlap, C D (2012) A safety elements model for the building construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Ittmann, J T (2020) Liability of the structural engineer: Establishing, quantifying, and managing risks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Jadallah, H (2021) Educational theory-embedded training for construction industry professionals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Joukar, A (2016) Analysis and management of the price volatility in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Kereri, J O (2020) The effects of relational and social behaviors exhibited by construction project team members on relationship quality and project outcomes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Mojahed, S (2005) A project improvement system for effective management of construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Monko, R J (2015) Interorganizational collaboration and systemic change framework for building information modeling (BIM) adoption, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

  • Type: Thesis
  • Keywords: competitiveness; liability; grounded theory; building information modeling; collaboration; interoperability; statistical analysis
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  • URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/2700375826
  • Abstract:
    It was found that an integrated framework needs to be developed for the construction industry that allows optimized interorganizational collaboration and systemic change while using Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies. The framework needs to be effective so the industry can adopt BIM through a set of interdependent activities beyond their organizational boundaries. The adoption has been proven difficult because of industry competitiveness and a fragmented work environment. Meanwhile, existing frameworks vary between studies. This research developed an integrated framework, identified critical factors, and provided an evaluation guide for interorganizational collaboration and set of coordinated changes necessary to adopt BIM. This was accomplished by incorporating the Collaborative Systemic Changes (CSC) framework that extends the classic Technology-Organization-Environment (TOE) theory. It provided a way to adequately categorize the critical factors interrelated beyond organizational boundaries. An inductive case research used Formal Grounded Theory (FGT) to determine collaborative (social, interoperability, legal) factors that link the basic TOE factors in an integrated framework structure. Comparative analysis revealed collaborative sub-factors varied between studies and was more numerous than anticipated…too numerous to embrace and use. To establish a clear consensus, an online survey was conducted. A representative sample of 165 US contractors participated in the survey. Statistical analysis identified six factors - organizational variety, team BIM capability, scope of work, duty of care, risk and liability, and data preservation, as being distinct measures critical to the interorganizational BIM adoption. These six factors provided a guide for evaluating interorganizational BIM adoptability (I_BIMA). Utilization of the I_BIMA guide was demonstrated using quantitative data from three most recent BIM projects.

Nimbarte, A D (2009) Modeling the risk factors associated with the neck disorders during manual material handling tasks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Orooji, F (2015) Risk-based wind loss and mitigation for residential wood framed construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Payne, A S (2021) Impact of personality traits and team criteria on construction team performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Pecquet, C F (2013) Measuring safety climate as an indicator of effective safety and health programs in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Rogers, B W (2010) It's not just about the buildings, it's about the people: Architecture practice, and preservation in post-Katrina New Orleans, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Trahan, G N, Jr. (2009) A comparison of the effectiveness of two alternative instructional strategies for teaching basic construction surveying concepts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Weldu, Y W (2016) Automated generation and visualization of initial construction schedules from building information models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

White, J A (1964) Determination of income and financial reporting for long-term construction-type contracts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.