Kaluarachchi, Y D and Jones, K (2007) Monitoring of a strategic partnering process: The Amphion experience. Construction Management and Economics, 25(10), pp. 1053-1061. ISSN 1466433X
Abstract
Amphion Consortium was formed with the membership of a number of registered social landlords as an initiative in implementing the Egan agenda which championed long-term successful partnering as a mechanism for achieving radical change in the construction industry. This was an opportunity to monitor and record the performance of 12 housing development projects and the roles played by a complex team network in contributing to an innovative partnering agreement. Relevant KPIs, benchmarks, a data collection and site monitoring system were developed. A range of workshops, questionnaire surveys, detailed interviews with key project personnel, examination of site meeting notes and feedback reviews were undertaken as research tools to gather data. An attempt was made to identify the softer, qualitative issues that are difficult to grapple with normal numerical data collection methods. A number of takeover bids within a short space of time had a substantial effect on the consortium as well as the research project. Mutual trust, effective communication, a changed mindset from all parties, the quality of the services and commitment of all stakeholders seem to be the key factors that contribute to a successful strategic partnering process.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | amphion; key performance indicators; procurement; social housing; strategic partnering |
| Index terms: | questionnaire, mindset, commitment, housing development, survey, interview, personnel, construction industry, social housing, monitoring, consortium, partnering, landlord, workshop, key performance indicator |
| Subjects: | partnership management, housing and residential development, sociology, industry analysis, management, psychology, project delivery, data collection methods, construction type, health behaviours and lifestyles, control systems |
| Topics: | Project Management, Research Practice, Stakeholder Management, Construction Technology, Urban Studies, Human Resources, Site Management, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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