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Ahmed, S and El-Sayegh, S (2022) The challenges of sustainable construction projects delivery – evidence from the UAE. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 299–312.

Aydin, Y C and Mirzaei, P A (2022) A novel mathematical model to measure individuals’ perception of the symmetry level of building facades. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 261–78.

Behnia, B, Kheirollahi, M, Sahragard, M and Soltanifar, A (2022) A conceptual model for children’s participation in the architectural design process: exploring deep participation. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 344–67.

Dao, B, Kermanshachi, S, Shane, J, Anderson, S and Damnjanovic, I (2022) Developing a logistic regression model to measure project complexity. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 226–40.

Eilouti, B (2022) Form follows users: a framework for system-based design. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 204–25.

Ismail, S, Che Ibrahim, C K I, Belayutham, S and Mohammad, M Z (2022) Analysis of attributes critical to the designer’s prevention through design competence in construction: the case of Malaysia. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 325–43.

Kamal, E M, Lou, E C, Yusof, N and Osmadi, A (2022) Absorptive capacity of Malaysian SME construction organisations. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 313–24.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Absorptive capacity; construction industry; determinants criteria; Malaysia; small and medium enterprise;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1745-2007
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/17452007.2021.1883518
  • Abstract:
    Absorptive capacity has been acknowledged as a critical component for organisations to sustain, compete and excel in the marketplace. With the current volatile environment, there is increased demand for new knowledge, skills and implementation of new technologies. Every organisation must have the ability to be able to absorb and leverage from new technologies. This research aims to identify the absorptive capacity of Malaysian small- and medium-sized enterprise (SME) construction organisations. The research design adapted was based on qualitative approach. Twelve semi-structured interviews were conducted with SMEs operating in six different states in Malaysia. Data were analysed using NVivo 12 Pro software and thematic approach was used to categorise the data. This research found 29 main indicators of how construction SMEs developed their absorptive capacity and 10 factors influenced their absorptive capacity. Owners and employees with higher education background and with more industry experience tend to be more receptive to absorb new knowledge. In addition, human resource departments and formal office communications were found to have positive impacts on SMEs’ absorptive capacity. Suppliers and manufacturers were also identified as important external factors. This research provides clear indicators of how SME construction organisations can develop their absorptive capacity and further improve their productivity. It also provides indication for Construction Industry Development Board on how they can assist the SME construction organisations to absorb and apply new technology in construction processes.

Laovisutthichai, V, Lu, W and Bao, Z (2022) Design for construction waste minimization: guidelines and practice. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 279–98.

Leistner, S, Honold, C, Maierhofer, M, Haase, W, Blandini, L, Sobek, W, Roth, D, Binz, H and Menges, A (2022) Research on integral design and planning processes for adaptive buildings. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 241–60.

Mediastika, C E, Sudarsono, A S and Kristanto, L (2022) Indonesian shopping malls: a soundscape appraisal by sighted and visually impaired people. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 184–203.

Sutrisna, M, Ramnauth, V and Zaman, A (2022) Towards adopting off-site construction in housing sectors as a potential source of competitive advantage for builders. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(03), 165–83.