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Abankwa, D A (2021) What drives technology adaptation in construction firms? An investigation of the antecedents, adaptive behaviours, and outcomes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Adukpo, E S (2018) The development of governance capabilities for project owners and operators : a dynamic capabilities perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ashraf, H (2018) Psychological conflict management climate in general contractor's project organization and its influence on project performance: exploring multiple psychosocial and behavioral pathways, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Awale, R (2016) An exploratory study of a 'creating shared value' (CSV) concept for achieving firm competitiveness in Hong Kong construction firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Barima, O K B (2007) An examination of the critical variables in the use of the virtual concept in construction value delivery, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong).
Bau, Z (2022) Developing circularity of construction waste in emerging economies: an environmental Kuznets curve approach, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Cai, Q K (2007) Business process model for process improvement: an investigation of the tendering process in aconstruction company, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Cao, S (2010) An empirical analysis of project manager's competency, empowerment andlearning in agent construction management system in China, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chan, D W M (1998) Modelling construction durations for public housing projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Hong Kong.
Chan, K-W (2010) The transaction costs and the choice of contractual arrangements in the construction industry in Hong Kong, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chan, M-W (1997) The relationship between project funding and construction systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chen, B (2018) Contribution of process-technology fit to IT business value: the case of BIM in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chen, H (2006) Exploring the relationships between influencing factors and performance for construction joint ventures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chen, K (2018) The quest for the holy grail : bridging BIM and building for information management in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chen, L (2019) An integrated construction schedule risk analysis approach for infrastructure projects under uncertainty, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chen, N (2017) An investigation of the influence of project complexity on communications in engineering construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chen, X (2019) Big data in construction project management: prospects and challenges, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chiu, W-Y B (2011) Job satisfaction and organizational commitment amongst quantity surveyors in Hong Kong: an attitudinal perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chong, W-h B (2016) A process-data supported input-output framework for delineating the embodied emissions of Hong Kong construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chow, V W-Y (2016) The public engagement processes for urban development projects in Hong Kong : an exploration of a heterogeneous power network using Latour-Callon's 'translation' model of power, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Chung, K H J (2010) Development of a collaborative briefing approach for infrastructure projects in Hong Kong, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Hong Kong.
Dewundara Maha Galappaththi Arachchige, N M S (2021) Innovation in construction project-based firms through the lens of exploratory and exploitative learning : effects of social capital and collaborative environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ding, Z (2007) Interpersonal trust and willingness to share knowledge among architects: a two-stage triangulation research, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Duodo, B (2017) Intellectual capital and innovation in construction firms: the role of learning capability, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Fang, Z (2002) Behavioral analysis of project team performance in China, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Fu, Y (2021) Institutional complexity and organizational responses: a case study of Chinese construction firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Gao, Y (2018) Effects of interdependence asymmetry of parties in construction conflicts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Goh, C S (2014) Development of a capability maturity model for sustainable construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Gong, X (2019) Vertical integration and reputation: the case of real estate companies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Guo, H B (2022) From corporate social responsibility to creating shared value: Competitive strategies for Chinese international construction companies on the "one belt one road", Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Hadikusumo, B H W (2001) Virtually real construction site processes: hazard identification and accident precaution planning using design-for-safety-process (DFSP) tool, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Hua, Y (2017) Cultural dynamics of information communication technology (ICT) adoption in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Huang, H W, Wah Sang) (2003) The effects of building regulations control on the design of private residential buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Hui, K J (2008) Court decisions on building contract disputes: a Coasian empirical analysis, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ju, C (2015) A study of institutional complexity and contractors' safety management strategies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Kathri, A K D (2003) A study of project finance in Asia with emphasis on private infrastructure project finance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Koh, T Y (2010) The effects of social capital on construction project success: exploring the mediating role of projectlearning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Kong, T-M S (2011) Organizational culture of safety in the Hong Kong construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Lam, H-C R (2003) An investigation into the implementation of safety management systems by Hong Kong construction contractors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Lau, H-l (2005) Trust relations in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Lee, F-P B (2009) Factors affecting the profitability of construction companies in Hong Kong, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Leung, M-Y (2000) Value Management in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Building and Construction, City University of Hong Kong.
Li, H T (2013) Modeling and evaluating multi-stakeholder multi-objective decisions during public participation in major infrastructure and constructionprojects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Li, I H Y (2012) The relationship of cultural incongruence and information processing in facilities management in the public health care sector, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Li, W (2008) An agent-based negotiation model for the sourcing of construction suppliers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong).
Li, Y (2021) An investigation of organizational control in design consulting projects: behavioural consequences and motivational mechanisms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Li, Y (2007) Integrated dynamic perspective on firm competencies and organizationalperformance: a study of China's largeconstruction SOEs, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Liang, C (2016) Development of a multifunctional building information modelling (BIM) maturity model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Liang, Y (2012) A study of public private partnership project success factors and risk management integration in mainland China, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Lingard, H (1995) Safety in Hong Kong's construction industry: changing worker behaviour, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Liu, A M-M (1995) Evaluation of the outcome of construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Real Estate and Construction, University of Hong Kong.
Liu, S (2016) An investigation of how information processing impacts boundary spanning activities in managing construction design changes from the perspective of contractors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Lu, W (2015) Collaboration in BIM-enabled projects: a socio-technical perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ma, C (2015) Stakeholder risk attitudes in safety risk management : exploring the relationship between risk attitude and safety risk management performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ma, P (2023) A sociomateriality view of boundary spanning in BIM-enabled early facilities management involvement, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Memon, S A (2017) Hong Kong relational contracting : an investigation into the attitudes and behaviours of contractors' project teams, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Na, R (2013) Property rights analysis of building material pricing, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Naiduwa Handi, C M (2021) Effects of construction project social capital on individual safety performance: the mediating role of work engagement, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ng, C-W V (2007) Managing power, conflict and change: an analytical model for construction contract procurement, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Ng, F F (1990) A knowledge analysis model for knowledge engineering in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Niu, Y (2019) Smart construction objects (SCOs): towards a new paradigm of smart construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Oti-Sarpong, K (2019) Examining international technology transfer on construction projects in developing countries through a social construction of technology lens, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Real Estate and Construction , University of Hong Kong.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: case study; construction; developing country; document analysis; international technology transfer; interview; Ghana; social construction of technology
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- URL: https://hub.hku.hk/handle/10722/281659
- Abstract:
The existence of technology gaps between developed and developing countries is well-known. Within the construction context, the latter have, for decades, embarked on project-based international technology transfer (ITT) to improve their construction industries. However, attempts consistently fall short in yielding the desired outcomes, and foreign contractors dominate in the delivery of vital projects in these countries. Technology is commonly viewed as embodied in physical technical artefacts or foreign experts. Transfer is expected to take place once local parties work with foreigners using new technology on a project. The process of ITT is therefore reduced to a linear transaction between parties pervasively categorised into ‘transferors’ and ‘transferees’. These views about ITT and the components involved conflict with the intrinsically complex sociotechnical process of construction project delivery and neglect dynamic micro-processes entailed. Consequently, such perspectives generate inaccurate understandings that misrepresent what ITT entails. Construction project-based ITT involves complicated and dynamic interactions involving actors and technical artefacts of technology in a specific environment. To unpack the intricacies, this research examines what happens when new technology is introduced and used in a new environment as part of a project-based ITT attempt. The study, inspired by the social construction of technology (SCOT) approach, rejects reductionist views about ITT and its components. Instead, the process is conceptualised as comprising series of sociotechnical interactions involving a dynamic composition of technology and ‘free’ actors. The study used the constructs of SCOT to explore the case of what happened in an attempt to transfer a monolithic formwork (MF) technology on a mass housing project in Ghana. The inquiry followed the journey of the technology, capturing its development, the involvement of actors, and the impacts on the construction project. Using a mix of qualitative research techniques data were collected through semi-structured interviews and from archival documents related to the case. The findings underscore how a construction project-based ITT attempt is complicated and better understood from a sociotechnical perspective. Findings further show that technology on construction projects is location-specific, emergent and constantly evolving. This contrasts the idea that in ITT one party brings a complete technology to the recipient. Actors involved in ITT are free agents who contribute to the processes that shape the formation of technology: they are not constrained by any binary categorisation labelling them as transferors or transferees. Another key finding shows that the environment hosting ITT goes beyond a mere geographical locus: it is strongly woven into and shapes the sociotechnical interactions. Indeed, the project-specific and wider environment influenced actors’ proximity to and interpretation of the technology, alongside other interactions that had implications for the ITT attempt. The insights raise fundamental questions about the suitability of the ‘technology transfer’ concept in project-based settings. An argument positing that ‘technology transfer’ is a misnomer follows, leading to a proposition. That is: project-based attempts to technologically improve a construction industry are more precisely captured as the introduction of new technical artefacts in a new environment to initiate the emergence and evolution of a localised technology.
Phua, F T-T (2002) Toward a critical assessment of social identity: the nature of organisational identification and its implicationsfor inter-organisational cooperation in the context of the Hong Kongconstruction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Rahman, M M (2003) Revitalising construction project procurement through joint risk management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong).
Shen, Y (2013) An investigation of safety climate on Hong Kong construction sites, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Sun, X (2016) Energy-efficient retrofits for existing buildings: a multi-dimensional, comparative study of buildings in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore, with focus on operation and maintenance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Sung, W-K (2017) Factors motivating construction safety knowledge sharing in online social media, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
Tsang, W-C (2021) Safety violations of the construction workers in Hong Kong: quantitative and qualitative analysis of the dynamics, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
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Wang, J (2020) Building information modeling (BIM) localization: tackling the "last mile" problem in BIM adoption, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
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Wang, Y (1998) An analysis of the technical efficiency in Hong Kong's construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Hong Kong.
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