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Abraham, D M (1990) A state-based framework using indicators for construction monitoring and evaluation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ahrari, A (2012) A decision support system for dynamic integrated project scheduling and equipment operation planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Akar, G (2009) Analysis of activity choice: The role of activity attributes and individual schedules, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Al-Fadhala, M M (2002) Uncertainty-based condition assessment of existing concrete structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Al-Wazeer, A A-R (2007) Risk-based bridge maintenance strategies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Avetisyan, H G (2013) Sustainable infrastructure modeling and policy analyses: Construction, energy and transportation industries, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Bai, L (2013) RFID sensor-driven structural condition monitoring in integrated building information modeling environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Bender, W J (2000) A risk-based cost control methodology for constructing complex structures with the mobile offshore base as a case study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chelson, D E (2010) The effects of building information modeling on construction site productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chen, C-H (2003) Integrated management of highway maintenance and traffic, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Cheung, M (2017) The antecedents of safety leadership, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chung, B (2007) An analysis of success and failure factors for ERP systems in engineering and construction firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ding, Q (2018) Using social media to evaluate public acceptance of infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Eldukair, Z A R (1988) Safety assessment and optimization of construction operations based on fuzzy sets, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Erfani, A (2023) Data-driven risk modeling for infrastructure projects using artificial intelligence techniques, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hao, J X (2007) Infrastructure investment and economic development, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hickey, P J (2023) A study of gender diversity in u.S. Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry leadership, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hsu, S-C (2013) A complexity-based approach to intra-organizational team selection, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hu, M (2022) Influence of project design team characteristics on construction cost of sustainable buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ingraham, A T (2001) Bidder-auctioneer cheating in sealed-bid auctions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Jang, W S (2007) Embedded system for construction material tracking using combination of radio frequency and ultrasound signal, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Karimi, S (2021) A systematic methodology for evaluating and balancing acceptance risks with pay factors for highway construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Lessani, A (2016) Decision analysis in construction claims, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Lu, R (2010) Impacts of local item dependence of testlet items with the multistage tests for pass-fail decisions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
McCahill, D F (1990) A practical model for simulation of earthwork construction, with applications for scheduling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Mohieldin, Y A (1989) Analysis of construction processes with nonstationary work task durations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Moore, W B (1989) Modeling the impact of large construction projects on surrounding communities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Neely, L E (2017) Project scheduling disputes: Expert characterization and estimate aggregation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Negahban, S (2008) Utilization of enterprise resource planning tools by small to medium size construction organizations: A decision-making model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: failure; decision making; enterprise resource planning; case study
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/89301020
- Abstract:
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) utilization in the Construction Industry has been limited to a few large organizations. Significant segments of the industry are either not aware of or have not been able to adopt this new technology successfully. The largest groups of construction organizations that either have failed in their efforts to adopt this technology, or are not familiar with it are the Small to Mid Size Construction Organizations (SMSCO). Failure in or refusing to adopt ERP by this group, despite all its potential benefits, was the problem that was addressed in this research. This research sets out not only to formulate the reason(s) why SMSCO fail to utilize ERP systems, but also to propose a decision-making model which could be utilized when they decide to adopt an ERP system. After a careful review of existing technology models, a new ERP Adoption Model (EAM) is formulated and projected. This model adopted a new paradigm shift proposed by Bagozzi (2007) and incorporated it's a new decision making core. Prohibitive criteria that are at play and prevent SMSCO members from successfully adopting and implementing ERP systems were redefined as prohibitive/self-regulation criteria and introduced into the model. Utilizing the results obtained from a field questionnaire distributed among industry experts, these criteria were analyzed and ranked in order to increase the understanding of their impact on EAM's processes. A case study to verify EAM in general and impact of prohibitive/self-regulation criteria was conducted. Ultimately EAM, incorporating the study's findings associated with prohibitive/self-regulation criteria was finalized and proposed to be utilized by SMSCO in order to increase the chances of successful implementation of ERP system. The results of this study provides SMSCO members that are currently not utilizing ERP systems, but are contemplating its use, with a decision making tool. ERP Adoption Model (EAM) provides a road map that could be utilized as a decision making tool by SMSCO.
Nyakaana Blair, A M A (1999) Risk analysis of cost and schedule of complex engineering systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ordonez Arizaga, J F (2007) A methodology for project risk analysis using Bayesian belief networks within a Monte Carlo simulation environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Owoyemi, J A (2018) Performance evaluation of higway transportation design-build project delivery: A case study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Parvan, K (2012) Estimating the impact of building information modeling (BIM) utilization on building project performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Quadri, H A (2019) Value engineering decisioneering: A risk management tool in the project management office- case study of electricity distribution companies in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Salgado, C A (2005) Construction project organizational structuring, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Shafahi, A (2016) Mathematical model and framework for multi-phase project optimization, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Sharma, D K (2012) Design of availabilty payment mechanism for public private partnerships, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Sundararajan, S K (2004) Project performance-based optimal capital structure for privately financed infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Tatari, M O (2009) Empirical analysis of construction enterprise information systems: Assessing the critical factors and benefits, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Vecino, G A (2016) The feasibility of using web-based technology for the management of dredging projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Yang, N (2010) Optimization of highway work zone decisions considering short-term and long-term impacts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Zeng, Y (2010) Risk management for enterprise resource planning system implementations in project-based firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Zhao, Y (2023) Sustainability, acceptance risk analysis and machine learning in assessing mechanical properties and the impact of highway materials in transportation infrastructure, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.