Edwards, D J; Shaw, T and Holt, G D (1996) Electronic document management systems and the management of UK construction projects. Building Research & Information, 24(5), pp. 287-292. ISSN 0961-3218
Abstract
Investigative research based on literature search and unstructured telephone interviews on electronic document management systems (EDMS) with a range of construction professions. The authors indicate that EDMS will not replace, but complement existing facilities and thereby enhance the management of documentation within construction organizations. It is hoped that client confidence and satisfaction can be enhanced by better communication.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | computerization; construction industry document management; electronic document management systems; project management |
| Index terms: | satisfaction, management system, construction organization, interview, documentation, construction project, profession, project management, construction industry |
| Subjects: | data collection methods, organization, institututions, project delivery, management, production management, project management theory and practice, professional development, industry analysis |
| Topics: | Organizational Design, Roles and Professions, Business Strategy, Information Management, Project Management, Research Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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