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Faraj, I (2001) Verification and spatial clearance of features in a product modelling environment. Construction Innovation, 1(01), 55–74.

Kanoglu, A and Arditi, D (2001) A computer-based information system for architectural design offices. Construction Innovation, 1(01), 15–29.

Kong, C W, Li, H and Love, P E D (2001) An e-commerce system for construction material procurement. Construction Innovation, 1(01), 43–54.

Love, P E D, Irani, Z, Li, H, Cheng, E W L and Tse, R Y C (2001) An empirical analysis of the barriers to implementing e-commerce in small-medium sized construction contractors in the state of Victoria, Australia. Construction Innovation, 1(01), 31–41.

Ng, S T, Chen, S E, McGeorge, D, Lam, K-C and Evans, S (2001) Current state of IT usage by Australian subcontractors. Construction Innovation, 1(01), 3–13.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Communication; Construction information technology; Subcontractor
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1471-4175
  • URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/14714170110814479
  • Abstract:
    The fragmented and highly competitive nature of the construction industry (CI) limits efficiencies and inhibits communication. However, through the effective use of information technology (IT), these communication barriers between clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and contractors can be broken down. Public sector clients in Australia have proposed an IT implementation strategy with the aim of improving communication and increasing productivity in the CI. However, IT is relatively new to the industry and so are the problems associated with it especially for the small subcontractors. The aims of this paper are to examine the current usage of IT by Australian subcontractors, and to identify the potential problems for subcontractors in IT implementation. The results indicate that the uptake of email and the internet by subcontractors is at a low level and the awareness of IT training and education is very low. The indications are that Australian subcontractors are not yet ready for the implementation of even rudimentary IT technology. Record 129.