Ismail, Z A B (2018) Improving contractor social networking on IBS infrastructure maintenance projects: A review. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(4), pp. 479-496. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: A key factor adversely affecting contractor social networking performance is the improper handling and information management of contractor’s services delivery on websites. Contractor social networking is particularly problematic on industrialised building system (IBS) infrastructure maintenance projects where contractor’s certified quality product and firms are not matched with maintenance specialisation services. The paper aims to discuss this issue. Design/methodology/approach: This paper reports on the early stages of research which is developing a new information and communications technology (ICT)-based approach to managing contractor social networking on IBS infrastructure maintenance schemes. As a precursor to this work, the paper reviews current contractor social networking websites practices on IBS infrastructure maintenance projects and explores the ICT tools and techniques currently being employed on such projects. Findings: The findings reveal the need for more sophisticated contractor social networking websites solutions which accord with the needs of IBS infrastructure maintenance schemes. Originality/value: The paper concludes by presenting a research framework for developing such a system in the future.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | innovation; integration; technology |
| Index terms: | communications technology, industrialized building system, integration, methodology, networking, specialization |
| Subjects: | innovation and technology management, communication, business, organizational analysis, building construction, research methods |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Organizational Design, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Construction Technology |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCT |
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