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Barajei, C, Kusi, E, Ackon, F, Osman, A M, Mohammed, A M Z, Simpeh, F and Gyimah, F (2024) Success factors of the consultant selection stage of the Ghanaian public construction projects: The road sector’s perspective. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 144-62.
Bello, A O, Abdulraheem, A A, Afolabi, O P, Aka, A and Gbenga, P O (2024) Assessing the underlying factors affecting trust and transparency in the construction industry: A mixed method approach. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 3-28.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: construction performance; developing countries; project delivery; stakeholder relationships; transparency; trust
- ISBN/ISSN: 2204-9029
- URL: https://doi.org/10.5130/ajceb.v24i1/2.8906
- Abstract:
Trust and transparency are pivotal factors for the successful functioning of the construction industry, and their absence can lead to many challenges. This study delves into the context of the Nigerian construction industry to explore the impediments to trust and transparency and develop strategies for improvements. The study adopts a mixed-methods research to comprehensively examine the factors affecting trust and transparency using semi-structured interviews and structured questionnaires. These factors were categorised into four clusters: "Communication and Information Sharing", "Ethical and Integrity Issues", "Technological and Operational Challenges", and "Project-specific and Security Concerns" and validated by experts before administration of the surveys. The interview data was thematically analysed, while the questionnaire was analysed using partial least square structural equation modelling. The findings underscore the detrimental effects of inadequate communication protocols, ethical lapses, technological advancement resistance, and project data security vulnerabilities. Consequently, the study proposes comprehensive strategies, including establishing clear communication protocols, reinforcing ethical frameworks, embracing technological innovations, and implementing robust security measures. These strategies aim to enhance information sharing, foster ethical compliance, improve operational efficiency, and safeguard critical project data, fostering a culture of trust and transparency within the Nigerian construction industry.
Chiponde, D, Gledson, B and Greenwood, D (2024) The institutional field of learning from project-related failures: opportunities and challenges. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 163-81.
Debs, L and Hubbard, B (2023) Gathering and disseminating lessons learned in construction companies to support knowledge management. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 56-76.
Domínguez-Herrera, M M, González-Morales, O and González-Díaz, E (2023) Social responsibility of construction company as strategy for sustainability in island territories. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 30-55.
Hong, J, Akotia, J and Egbu, C (2024) Virtual reality in construction activities: Barriers for adoption in China. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 77-93.
Kapogiannis, G, Palaios, P and Sawhney, A (2024) Digital construction led growth asymmetries in Europe: The need for collaborative culture. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 50-76.
Khan, I H and Munawer, T (2024) A systematic review of economic sustainability of vertical greenery systems for buildings. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 119-43.
Suriyanon, N, Sutheerawatthana, P, Kaewmoracharoen, M and Klansai, V (2023) The utility and value of contract terms: A case study on interior contractors. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 77-94.
Uddin, S M J, Albert, A, Pradhananga, N, Ganapati, N E and Prajapati, J (2023) Health and safety challenges among post-disaster reconstruction workers. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 4-30.
Upadhyaya, D and Malek, M S S (2024) An exploratory factor analysis approach to investigate health and safety factors in Indian construction sector. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 29-49.
Wood, X, Ghimire, P, Kim, S, Barutha, P and Jeong, H D (2024) Framework for evaluating the success of integrated project delivery in the industrial construction sector: A mixed methods approach & machine learning application. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 94-118.