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Ali, M M A (2011) A framework for enhancing the success of construction projects undertaken in Libya, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Almeraikhi, A M (2010) An integrated framework for multi-project planning and control, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University.
Alzohbi, M G M (2015) A framework for evaluating material management performance in Jordanian concrete building projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Natural and Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Awe, E M (2012) A framework for training and development of construction craft skills in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Natural and Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Bhutto, K H (2004) The application of integrated management systems (IMS) by contracting organisations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Blaza, S (1995) Implementing an integrated management information system in a medium sized construction firm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Broadhurst, S J (2000) Non-man-entry sewer renovation robot characteristics, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Chileshe, N. (2004) The application of TQM within small & medium sized construction related organisations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Clegg, D R (1999) A construction-specific simulation-based framework for earthworks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Fapohunda, J A (2009) Operational framework for optimal utilisation of construction resources during the production process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Division of Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Fox, S J (2001) Application of design for manufacture principles to building design and construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University.
Griffith, A (2006) Expanding knowledge and practice of construction management systems and procedures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Environment and Development, Sheffield Hallam University.
Hassan, P F (2005) A best practice framework for training UK construction site managers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Environment and Development, Sheffield Hallam University.
Higham A.P. (2014) Conceptual Framework for the Sustainable Benefit Evaluation of UK Social Housing Projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
King, A P (2008) Enhancing the effectiveness of design and build tendering, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Division of Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Morton, P M (2010) Difference and belonging: Learning from women studying the built environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Salter, M (1989) Planning systems for small firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: building firms; conflict; contracts; integration; interview; labour supply; materials; procurement; scheduling; subcontractor; supplier; systems analysis
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- URL: http://shura.shu.ac.uk/20316/
- Abstract:
A study was carried out into the planning practices of four small building firms through interviews and questionnaires. The techniques of systems analysis were used to model the information flows through the firms. These revealed the firms to suffer from problems of integration between planning and other functions. The breakdown of the work for one function often did not suit the purposes of others. Project data often had to be regenerated. The firms did not evaluate their performance systematically in a way that would be of benefit to future contracts. A specification for a new system was developed to eliminate these deficiencies and to take advantage of the power of the microcomputer. The system derived data from the estimate. A work breakdown structure allowed the integration of planning, targeting, progress reporting, reporting of hours, and valuations. The database of estimate operations was maintained through an analysis of timesheets. Information for the scheduling of materials and subcontractors could be derived from the resulting programme. The small firms problem of integrating the demands imposed by a fluctuating workload on a relatively inflexible labour supply was considered. The use of decision rules to resolve conflicts through the levelling of a multiproject schedule was investigated. A large number of rules were developed using a spreadsheet operating in conjunction with a planning package. These were tested on a number of prototype workloads and assessed by various criteria. After further development a consistently good rule was found. This rule, and that encoded within the planning software, were applied to the levelling of the workload of one of the collaborating firms at various stages of progress over a three month period. The new rule continued to perform well. The feasibility of deriving planning data direct from the estimate, and of using timesheet data both to update programmes and to evaluate performance was demonstrated. The firms' methods of materials procurement and handling were investigated. It was found that their collection of materials from suppliers was poorly organised.
Tahir, H A (2015) A project control framework for the Libyan construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Natural and Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Turner, D (2017) Variations of the project sponsor role and benefits realisation: A phenomenographic study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Watts, J (2022) Constructing non-profit collaboration: A macro discursive institutional perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Westgate, S E (1986) An information system for estimating, targetting and planning in small building firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.