Maloney, W F (1990) Framework for analysis of performance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 116(3), pp. 399-415. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
The construction process involves the interaction of equipment, manpower, and material. Each construction project begins with performance goals for cost, schedule, safety, etc. When actual performance differs from exected performance, the cause of the deviation must be determined. The analysis of construction performance has typically been performed in a shotgun fashion. The paper presents a framework for the rationalization of the analysis of construction performance that will improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the analysis. The framework provides a decision tree that will guide construction engineers as they analyze performance. Five major issues are addressed in the framework: adequacy of actual performance; presence of organizationally imposed constraints; worker possession of required knowledge, skills, and ability; worker possession of necessary motivation; and whether the estimate is realistic. Use of the framework requires answering a series of questions. Data are suggested to allow the questions to be answered.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Index terms: | presence, construction performance, engineer, decision tree, efficiency, construction project, construction process, interaction, effectiveness, motivation, deviation, estimate |
| Subjects: | profession, building construction, performance management, production management, environmental science, psychology, financial and cost management, decision analysis, performance assessment, behavioral psychology |
| Topics: | Roles and Professions, Sustainability, Risk Management, Quality Management, Project Management, Research Practice, Site Management, Human Resources, Cost Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCA |
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