Li, T; Li, Z and Cai, J (2024) Antecedents and consequence of intra-organizational diffusion of prefabricated construction technology: A contingency theory perspective. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(7), pp. 2932-2951. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: Insufficient intra-organizational diffusion of prefabricated construction (PC) technology hinders its implementation benefits. More research on intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology is required to improve organizational performance in PC implementation. This study aims to explore the antecedents and consequence of intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology. Design/methodology/approach: This study established an antecedent and consequence model of intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology from the perspective of contingency theory. The model was empirically tested by 91 valid questionnaires using partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings: The results indicate that organizational support (OSU), organizational climate (OC) and mechanistic organizational structure (OST) positively influence intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology, which further positively influences organizational performance. The relationship between OC and intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology is mediated by OSU. Technological turbulence negatively moderates the relationship between OSU and intra-organizational diffusion. Originality/value: This is the first paper to study the antecedents and consequence of intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology and an expansion of contingency theory in the research field of PC technology. This study helps to theoretically stimulate future research on intra-organizational diffusion and practically promote intra-organizational diffusion of PC technology along with improving organizational performance in its implementation.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | antecedents and consequence; contingency theory; intra-organizational diffusion; partial least squares structural equation modeling; prefabricated construction technology |
| Index terms: | organizational structure, structural equation modelling, questionnaire, methodology, turbulence, partial least square, organizational performance, contingency theory, construction technology, implementation |
| Subjects: | fluid mechanics, contractual arrangements, digital engineering, data collection methods, statistical analysis, sociology, research methods, performance measurement |
| Topics: | Procurement, Research Practice, Engineering Principles, Organizational Design, Quality Management, Digital Applications |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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