Al Yahya, M; Skitmore, M; Bridge, A; Nepal, M and Cattell, D (2018) e-Tendering readiness in construction: the posterior model. Construction Innovation, 18(2), pp. 183-205. ISSN 1471-4175
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to varied a conceptual model for e-Tendering readiness in any construction organisation prior of implementing e-Tendering system. Design/methodology/approach: Based on conceptual model called e-Tendering readiness model (e-TRM), this paper empirically examines the e-TRM’s interactions and causal relationships between e-Tendering constructs and e-Tendering readiness. The paper uses the structural equation modelling technique to test the hypothesised positive inter-relationships. A questionnaire survey is conducted for respondents of construction organisations in Saudi Arabia to understand their current e-Tendering readiness and importance of e-Tendering variables. Findings: Supported by empirical evidence, this paper recognised that three out of nine constructs have direct influences on the e-Tendering readiness. However, one of the constructs, which is for the first time hypothesised and tested has the most effect. Research limitations/implications: Ultimately, the empirical test for the e-TRM is conducted in certain case (Saudi Arabia); however, the e-TRM needs to be tested in other case area for more verification. Practical implications: The study findings update previous information technology/information system models in construction by adding this tested model to the research literature on traditional and electronic tendering and the body of knowledge in the construction industry. Originality/value: The service providers construct is proposed and tested for the first time, which is necessary to support the successful e-Tendering implementation.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | construction management; e-organisation; e-procurement; e-tendering; readiness; SEM |
| Index terms: | information technology, body of knowledge, information system, questionnaire, evidence, methodology, survey, structural equation modelling, readiness model, implementation, interaction, construction industry, e-tendering, Saudi Arabia, construction organization |
| Subjects: | industry analysis, statistical analysis, information systems, behavioral psychology, research methods, Geography, contractual arrangements, knowledge management, risk assessment, evaluation and assessment methods, data collection methods, organization, computing systems |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Procurement, Risk Management, Geographical Context, Research Practice, Information Management, Business Strategy |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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