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Doloi, H (2010) Benchmarking a new design management system using process simulation approach. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 59.
Edwards, D J and Holt, G D (2010) The case for '3D triangulation' when applied to construction management research. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 25–41.
Fellows, R (2010) New research paradigms in the built environment. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 5–13.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: construction industry; epistemology; innovation; research and development; research methods
- ISBN/ISSN: 1471-4175
- URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/14714171011017545
- Abstract:
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to review aspects of innovation, research and development paradigms and paradigmatic changes which have occurred in construction over recent years. Design/methodology/approach – The approach combines reviewing literature and some theory within the context of the author's experiences as a participant in the construction industry and associated research and education. Findings – The paper concludes that much has been re-cycled, often under amended titles. There is notable scope and advisability in paradigm shifts from reductionist/determinist approaches to stochastic approaches which accommodate complexities of interdependencies plus moves from “hard” positivism to “softer” constructivist perspectives. Research limitations/implications – The paper is limited in validity and reliability due to the methods employed. However, the conclusion does stress the essential of researchers being aware of and articulating the limitations of their work; the need for sound theoretical foundations is stressed in regard to both topics and methods. Practical implications – Proper examinations of research, including ontologies, epistemologies, validities and reliabilities, as well as the topics under investigation, promotes good research and its application and avoids recycling of “popular” topics in periodically amended guises. Originality/value – The paper expresses the author's original views, developed over a quite extensive and varied career; however, it expresses views held fairly widely but seldom expressed beyond “closed doors”.
Ospina-Alvarado, A M and Castro-Lacouture, D (2010) Holistic analysis of fuel cells for residential construction in the rural USA. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 74.
Polat, G and Donmez, U (2010) ANP-based marketing activity selection model for construction companies. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 89–111.
Tam, V W Y and Shen, L Y (2010) On applications of an optimal price-time bidding model in Hong Kong foundation projects. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 14–24.
Tan, Y and Shen, L (2010) A fuzzy competence requirement (FCR) model for competitive bidding strategy. Construction Innovation, 10(01), 75–88.