Hassanein, A A G and Melin, J W (1996) Time constraints set by prime contractors for their sub-contractors. Building Research & Information, 24(5), pp. 293-301. ISSN 0961-3218
Abstract
Methods that prime contractors use in allocating time windows for their sub-contractors are examined. The major activities are discussed and divided into pacing and non-pacing types. The concept of pacing is described in an articulate manner which, will enable readers to discuss the views put forwards. The nine major activities are divided into two types and are discussed in detail together with the methods used by the prime contractors to allocate time windows and the underlying logic employed.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | non-pacing activities; pacing activities; prime contractors; resource allocation; scheduling; subcontractors; time windows; USA and Egypt |
| Index terms: | subcontractor, Egypt, window, scheduling, resource allocation, sub-contractor |
| Subjects: | resource management, architectural elements, practitioner, operations research, Geography |
| Topics: | Site Management, Design Practice, Geographical Context, Time Control, Roles and Professions |
| Descriptive scope: | 1 P |
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