Chua, D K H; Tyagi, A; Ling, S and Bok, S H (2003) Process-parameter-interface model for design management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(6), pp. 653-663. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
This paper presents a framework for managing the architecture/engineering/ construction design process. The framework, called the process-parameter- interface (PPI) model, tries to address the design management issues of improved design process scheduling and efficient collaboration. The model comprises three main components - a design parameter vocabulary, in the form of a design dictionary; an interface; and an engine - that help to address these issues. In addition, the model promotes flexibility of design work flow, enables proactive collaboration, is implementable over the Internet, and is information-centric. The paper concludes with a case study for the design of a conference room to illustrate the functioning of the PPI model and the role of its components.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | architect/engineers; design; internet; models; parameters; project management |
| Index terms: | collaboration, design process, project management, design management, design parameter, case study, internet, engineer, scheduling, architect, conference, dictionary |
| Subjects: | design constraints, project management theory and practice, profession, computing systems, data management, data collection methods, design methods, research dissemination and communication, management, operations research, design process |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Time Control, Design Practice, Project Management, Digital Applications, Roles and Professions, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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