Kumaraswamy, M M; Ng, S T; Ugwu, O O; Palaneeswaran, E and Rahman, M M (2004) Empowering collaborative decisions in complex construction project scenarios. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(2), pp. 133-142. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Diverse construction project stakeholders demand "fully-informed" and well-balanced decisions that target multiple objectives appropriately. This paper introduces initiatives into the development of a cluster of information and communication technology-artificial intelligence supported empowerment systems and sub-systems. Examples presented include conceptual models and/or descriptions of: the framework of an over-arching management support system (MSS); multi-agent support for improved collaborative working in: design development and relationally integrated supply chain management; and web-based quality management.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | decision support systems; management; project management |
| Index terms: | quality management, artificial intelligence, decision support, design development, information and communication technology, empowerment, agent, project management, construction project |
| Subjects: | management, practitioner, computing systems, design process, artificial intelligence, project management theory and practice, production management, decision analysis, quality assurance |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Risk Management, Quality Management, Design Practice, Project Management, Human Resources, Roles and Professions |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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