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Abu-Khader, W (2023) Barriers to the adoption of digitalization in the construction industry: Perspectives of owners, contractors, and contractors. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Asadi, R, Wilkinson, S and Rotimi, J O B (2023) Mixed-method approach to the evaluation of rework provisions within general contract conditions. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Lucas, J, Gajjar, D, Loadholt, G and Davis, D (2023) Roofing distributor employee perception: Workforce attraction/retention and need. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Mahmud, A, Ogunlana, S O, Hong, W T, Yahaya, I W and Akoh, S R (2023) Adopting qualitative data in conceptual system dynamic modelling. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Manoharan, K, Dissanayake, P, Pathirana, C, Deegahawature, D and Silva, R (2023) A constructive system to assess the performance-based grading of construction labour through work-based training components and applications. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Manoharan, K, Dissanayake, P, Pathirana, C, Deegahawature, D and Silva, R (2023) A new productivity benchmarking system connected to well-designed labour apprenticeship framework for construction projects. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: benchmarking; construction workers; performance index; productivity index; productivity measurements
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  • URL: https://epress.lib.uts.edu.au/journals/index.php/AJCEB/article/view/8780
  • Abstract:
    This study primarily identifies the knowledge gaps that must be filled to apply conceptualised methods for rising and benchmarking productivity levels of various construction operational tasks. Accordingly, this study intended to evaluate labour productivity in relation to labour performance using potential apprenticeship instruments and systems. Comprehensive literature analysis and expert consultations were carried out to create a new mechanism with the collection of potential models, methods and systems connected to labour training, performance evaluation and productivity measurements. A total of 23 construction projects in Sri Lanka employed the created approach methodically. The results demonstrate the precise patterns of substantial shifts in labour productivity and performance index values, which have sparked new conceptual mechanisms for construction project planning methods. The outcomes demonstrate that the suggested approach can be used in a way that is reliable, generalisable, productive and sustainable. The study provides project managers, planners and engineers with a new road map and helpful techniques to raise the standard for measuring labour productivity levels across a variety of jobs. The overall study outcomes strengthen the chain relationship among the training elements, labour skills, performance and productivity. Though the study findings were limited to the construction industry and Sri Lankan context, the study outcomes are expected to make a significant impact on the current practices of various industry sectors in many developing countries for achieving higher productivity levels in work operations. This paper discusses some more implications and future scopes of the study elaborately.

Olugboyega, O, Binga, B, Oseghale, G E and Aigbavboa, C (2023) Effect of anti-corruption systems’ logic on corruption manifestations in project planning and execution in Nigeria. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Pancholi, J and Devkar, D G (2023) Analyzing the influence of organizational culture in projects using Last Planner system. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Ryandika, Meifrinaldi, Pribadi, K S, Martek, I and Chan, T K (2023) Inequality and vulnerability of informal employment during the pandemic. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).

Susanti, B, Kadarsa, E, Foralisa, M and Juliantina, I (2023) Non-toll revenue potential to increase funding sources for toll road maintenance. Construction Economics and Building, 23(03-04).