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Almazkoor, F B (2014) Two-stage methodology for managing and controlling material flow between multiple construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Altayeb, S A (1990) Drug testing and its impact on the incident rate in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Back, W E (1994) Quantifying benefits of electronic technology applied to bulk materials management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Carpenter, N (2014) Comparison of the design-bid-build and construction manager at risk project delivery methods utilized for the construction of public schools, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Cole, B K (2012) Building social infrastructure through public-private partnerships: The case of student housing in public higher education, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
George, R (2007) Information flow to support front end planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: duration; project performance; questionnaire survey
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- URL: https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/all_dissertations/67
- Abstract:
Previous research has demonstrated the value of front end planning as it impacts project performance. This dissertation summarizes the findings of a research project which examined ways to improve information flow through the front end planning process. The front end planning process was carefully diagrammed as consisting of 33 distinct information flow activities, each with its own information flow entities and interactions. Fifty-one questionnaire survey forms were analyzed to obtain data for the 33 information flow activities that included activity duration, resources expended, and other supplemental insights such as the extent of information availability. The 51 projects were then grouped into successful and less successful categories based on several criteria to determine if the two groups had any significant differences in how they executed front end planning. An analysis of the data concluded that successful projects often spent more time and utilized more resources on the front end planning process. An additional product of the research provided the information requirements for each activity. Information flow tables were also created for each activity. This dissertation provides general recommendations and insights for stimulating proactive actions during the front end planning process, each designed to improve the flow of information and increase the likelihood of project success.
Howard, W E (1996) Innovative strategies for compensation of engineering and construction contractors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Jonnalagadda, S (2016) Artificial neural networks, non linear auto regression networks (NARX) and causal loop diagram approaches for modelling bridge infrastructure conditions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Nikyema, G A B (2020) Barriers to the adoption of green building materials and technologies in developing countries: The case of Burkina Faso, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Plumblee, J M, II (2013) Incorporating natural hazard resistance into the life cycle assessment framework, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Prince, J R (2004) Evaluating the impact of onsite design on project performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Rockow, Z R (2020) Qualitative & quantitative analyses of existing buildings’ adaptability, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Shealy, E W, III (2015) Decision environments to encourage more sustainable infrastructure outcomes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Skipper, C O (2004) An analysis of leadership behaviors in the construction industry: Identification of influences that develop top performing project managers and engineers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.
Valdes-Vasquez, R (2011) Social sustainability considerations during planning and design: A framework of processes for construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Clemson University.