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Boyd, D (2013) Using events to connect thinking and doing in knowledge management. Construction Management and Economics, 31(11), 1144-59.

Che Ibrahim, C k I, Costello, S B and Wilkinson, S (2013) Development of a conceptual team integration performance index for alliance projects. Construction Management and Economics, 31(11), 1128-43.

Davies, R and Harty, C (2013) Measurement and exploration of individual beliefs about the consequences of building information modelling use. Construction Management and Economics, 31(11), 1110-27.

  • Type: Journal Article
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  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446193.2013.848994
  • Abstract:
    Information and communication technology (ICT) is becoming increasingly important in construction although the rate of adoption is considered slow and the industry faces specific implementation challenges. Mainstream information systems research has shown that individuals' beliefs and expectations of the consequences of ICT use predict subsequent usage. We describe the development of scales to measure beliefs about the consequences of building information modelling (BIM) and their use in a survey of employees of a large construction contracting organization in the United Kingdom. Scales for performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, compatibility, and attitude toward using technology were adapted from existing measures. In an analysis of responses from 762 construction employees the scales showed acceptable measurement properties. Expectations about the consequences of BIM use were broadly favourable although there is a need for more data for comparisons. The structure of the responses showed that expectations that BIM would enhance job performance were strongly related to expectations that BIM use was compatible with preferred and existing ways of working. Results also suggest that social influence is complex and may be multidimensional.

Santoso, J and Loosemore, M (2013) Expatriate management in Australian multinational enterprises. Construction Management and Economics, 31(11), 1098-109.