Ofori, G (1994) Construction industry development: Role of technology transfer. Construction Management and Economics, 12(5), pp. 379-392. ISSN 01446193
Abstract
For several decades, transfer of technologies from industrialized countries has been viewed as a key to addressing the low level of technological development of developing countries. This paper considers technology transfer as a mechanism for improving construction industries in developing countries. It discusses the nature of technology and its development and the relevance of its transfer. It outlines differences between construction and other sectors and their implications for the development and transfer of construction technology. Results and problems of technology transfer are discussed and the experience of Singapore outlined. Possible action to improve upon the situation is suggested.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | development; industrialization; Singapore; technology transfer |
| Index terms: | construction industry development, low level, Singapore, construction technology, construction industry, industrialization, developing country, technology transfer |
| Subjects: | digital engineering, knowledge management, economic development, development economics, Geography, measurement and scaling, industry analysis |
| Topics: | International Construction, Digital Applications, Sustainability, Geographical Context, Research Practice, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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