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Aalami, F B (1998) Using construction method models to generate four-dimensional production models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Abraham, K A (2015) Influencing the design decision process: Information visualization in multi-criteria decision support systems for early-stage building design, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Akbas, R (2003) Geometry-based modeling and simulation of construction processes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Akinci, B H (2000) Automatic generation of work spaces and analysis of time-space conflicts at construction sites, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Arnold, J A (2000) Information interoperation for internet-based component engineering analysis, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Benjamin, N B H (1969) Competitive bidding for building construction contracts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Boice, J R (1970) A history and evaluation of the school construction systems development project, 1961-1967, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Bowen, R M (1978) Valuation of capitalized interest on construction expenditures in the electric utility industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Broemser, G M (1968) Competitive bidding in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Carr, R I J (1971) Synthesis of uncertainty in construction planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Casady, C B (2019) Assessing public-private partnership (PPP) governance, institutionalization, and market maturity in the United States and abroad, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Chan, C H F (2010) To talk or to fight? Collective effects of strategic, cultural, and institutional factors on investors' renegotiation approach in public-private concessions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Chen, S (2013) Scheduling, contracting, and capacity planning in project-based supply chains, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Cheng, J (2005) A simulation access language and framework with applications to project management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Chi, C S-F (2010) How host country and transnational institutions interact on international infrastructure projects in less developed countries: Case studies of high-speed rail projects in China and Taiwan, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Christiansen, T R (1994) Modeling efficiency and effectiveness of coordination in engineering design teams, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Clevenger, C M (2010) Design guidance: Assessing process challenge, strategy, and exploration, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Domingo, L (2023) Influence of method and media interventions in creative remote design team collaboration, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Dong, N (2012) Automated look-ahead schedule generation and optimization for the finishing phase of complex construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Ekstrom, M A (2002) Accounting for rater credibility when evaluating construction industry service providers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
El-Bibany, H E-D (1992) Architecture for human-computer design, management and coordination in a collaborative AEC environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Fergusson, K J (1993) Impact of integration on industrial facility quality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Fischer, M A (1991) Using construction knowledge during preliminary design of reinforced concrete structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Flint, M M (2014) A modular framework for performance-based durability engineering, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Frank, M (2017) Uncovering hidden demands of global learners: Mind and body in a PBL context, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Froese, T M (1992) Integrated computer-aided project management through standard object-oriented models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Fuyama, H (1993) Computer assisted conceptual structural design of steel buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Gane, V (2011) Design scenarios methodology: enabling requirements-driven design spaces, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Gao, J (2011) A characterization framework to document and compare BIM implementations on construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Garcia-Lopez, N P (2017) An activity and flow-based construction model for managing on-site work, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Gasparro, K E (2019) Crowdfunding our cities: Three perspectives on stakeholder dynamics during innovative infrastructure delivery, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Grey Rodriguez, F C (2019) Space-mate: A framework to harmonize occupant well-being and building sustainability, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Guikema, S D (2003) Optimal resource allocation in an engineering design team with asymmetric information, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Hall, D M (2017) The early stages of integrated project delivery: Institutionalization and impact on adoption of systemic innovations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Hamledari, H (2021) Impact assessment of blockchain-enabled smart contracts on the visibility of construction payments, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Hampson, K D (1994) Technology strategy and competitive performance: A study of bridge construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Hansen, K L (1993) How strategies happen: An investigation of the decision to upgrade CAD/CIE in architectural, engineering, and construction firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Harkola, J (1995) Diffusion of construction technology: In a Japanese firm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Hartmann, T (2008) A grassroots model of decision support system implementations by construction project teams, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Haymaker, J (2004) The perspective approach: Enabling engineers to construct and integrate views and generate an evolving project model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Hinze, J W (1976) The effect of middle management on safety in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Horii, T (2005) Impact of multiple normative systems on the organizational performance of international joint ventures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Javernick Will, A N (2009) Mobilizing institutional knowledge for international projects: The relative importance, acquisition and transfer of institutional knowledge for international firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Jooste, S F (2010) Exploring the networks of organizations that enable and govern infrastructure public-private partnerships: An organizational field-level perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Kam, C K H (2005) Dynamic decision breakdown structure: Ontology, methodology, and framework for information management in support of decision-enabling tasks in the building industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Kang, S-C (2006) Computer planning and simulation of construction erection processes using single or multiple cranes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Khanzode, A R (2011) An integrated virtual design and construction and lean (IVL) method for coordination of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Kim, J (2007) Temporary structure planning ontology, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Kim, J I (2016) Framework for dynamic generation and evaluation of excavation schedules for hard rock tunnels in preconstruction and construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Kim, J I (2014) Methodology for the application of BIM-based decision support methods to evaluate sustainability metrics for master plans of a large-scale development, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Kim, K (2002) Distributed coordination of project schedule changes: An agent-based compensatory negotiation approach, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Koo, B (2004) Formalizing construction sequence constraints for the rapid generation of scheduling alternatives, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Lee, Y (2020) A methodology to align the logistical requirements of prefabricated wall panels, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Li, W X (2015) A performance management methodology for collaborative design and construction project teams, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Liston, K M (2009) A mediated interaction approach to study the role of media use in team interaction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Liu, R (2021) Impact of enhanced context-awareness for construction field crews on task cycle time, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
Lo, T Y J (2021) Innovation management in the construction industry: Innovation performance indicators for AECOO organizations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: organizational change; benchmarking; collaboration; communication; computing; information technology; performance evaluation; China; analytical hierarchy process; systematic literature review; measurement; innovation
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/2786896625
- Abstract:
Organizations need to innovate to remain competitive in the industry. Many studies have reckoned that the architecture, engineering, construction, owners, and operators (AECOO) organizations lag behind other industries in adopting innovation. The densely populated metropolitan environment, extensive utilization of information technology, the rapid advancement of wireless communication, the internet of things, augmented reality and many new technologies require AECOO organizations to innovate and keep pace with the rapid development of the society. To challenge the status quo, AECOO organizations need to establish an efficient management approach for innovations. Innovation performance measures serve as a basis for organizations to embrace innovations. Yet, our survey reveals that the construction industry lacks consistent innovation performance measurements, making it challenging for AECOO organizations to manage and quantify the benefits of innovations.The core of this dissertation is to structure an innovation performance evaluation framework and the associated issues. To provide a consistent understanding of innovation in this research, innovation is modified from the definition of Schumpeter (2003) and defined as: a new or improved product, service, process or organizational change that brings value in a new context; in addition to inventions and new scientific discoveries.The study starts by compiling a set of innovation performance indicators (IPIs) customized for the construction industry. On the basis of the set of IPI, I establish an innovation performance evaluation framework for the systematic assessment of innovation performance of AECOO organizations.To establish the set of IPI, I first explore the current research body on innovation performance measures. The systematic literature review (SLR) approach is adopted to compile 66 candidate indicators relating to the construction industry. I then implement a triangulation approach by formulating a two-stage consultation process to solicit the opinions of 22 professionals in the industry and integrate with the SLR process. A set of IPI is finalized, which served as a basis for benchmarking and comparison amongst various stakeholders in the industry, that is between designers, constructors, operators, and owners.Next, I determine the relative importance of the IPIs by collecting the judgment of the 164 professionals in the construction industry by pairwise comparison approach. This elicitation of weightings illustrates the indicators’ differential importance for setting up the evaluation framework. I collected responses from the U.S. and China, to provide insights on the weightings of the indicators. The fuzzy analytical hierarchy process is adopted to compute the weightings and provide insights on the differential attention of the respondents from the two regions and among the stakeholder groups. This process is chosen for its great cognitive representation of respondents on the topic through pairwise comparisons. An evaluation framework on innovation performance is established, based on the simple multiattribute rating technique, integrating with the weighted indicators and metrics measurement. Subsequently, I study the innovation process, particularly the innovation attention of the management and the transformation process of the innovation within AECOO organizations by referring to the relative importance of the indicators. I propose seven propositions on how different stakeholder group views innovation and where they focus their attention. Innovations initiated will need to transform to the next phase because of the changing environment. I conceptualize a model to illustrate the transformation process of innovations in an AECOO organization. This research contributes to three areas of knowledge in the field: (i) providing a useful set of innovation performance indicators and the corresponding measurement metrics for AECOO organizations (9 indicators; 21 metrics); (ii) computing the relative importance of the key indicators via fuzzy AHP, and developing an innovation performance index for the construction industry; and (iii) illustrating and explaining the differential attention among regions and stakeholder groups with respect to the findings, based on the attention- and innovation-based view theory. From a practical perspective, the innovation index developed can assist organizations’ internal management in understanding the health of their organization, in particular organization development, and provide insights to evaluate and project the organization’s future competitive edge. By referencing the performance index, these stakeholders will be able to benchmark and compare, identifying strengths and weaknesses, determining areas for improvement. Understanding the differences in perspective also supports mutual understanding among multiple stakeholder groups and facilitates improved collaboration between parties.Building upon this research, future study of innovation performance measurement in the construction industry can be conducted to further understand the difference incur by organization size, conglomerates, organizations specified in particular project types, etc. These factors may affect the perspectives of AECOO organizations on innovation; thus, approaching it in different ways. Further study on these factors help investigate innovation in the construction industry and how to manage them based on further categorization if needed.
Mahalingam, A (2006) Understanding and mitigating institutional costs on global projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Stanford University.
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