Analysis of some factors driving ecological sustainability in construction firms
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2018.10.229
Abstract: Construction management scholars, institutional investors, and construction practitioners are strongly emphasizing firms’ needs to respond adequately to the harmful effects of construction on human societies and the environment. This study contributes to the ongoing discussion… read more here.
Keywords: construction firms; ecological sustainability; construction; sustainability ... See more keywords
Identifying intangible resources to enhance profitability strategies of Small-Medium Scale Construction Firms (SMSCFs) in developing countries
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DOI: 10.1080/15623599.2020.1774835
Abstract: Profit sustainability by Small-Medium Scale Construction Firms (SMSCFs) is a major concern for the parties in the construction industry. Additionally, identifying efficient and effective use of res... read more here.
Keywords: construction; firms smscfs; construction firms; small medium ... See more keywords
Interactions among antecedents of project outsourcing strategies: evidence from Chinese construction firms
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DOI: 10.1108/ecam-01-2022-0047
Abstract: PurposeOutsourcing is a common practice that is often adopted to reduce costs and enhance capabilities. The underlying logic of a firm's outsourcing strategy is not always evident due to multiple antecedents with interacting effects. This… read more here.
Keywords: capability; outsourcing strategies; project outsourcing; construction firms ... See more keywords
Modeling influence mechanism of factors on corporate social responsibility implementation: evidence from Chinese construction firms
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DOI: 10.1108/ecam-07-2021-0603
Abstract: PurposeThe interest in corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become burgeoning in the construction industry as firms are under constant pressure from socially conscious stakeholders to demonstrate their efforts to address various CSR issues. This study… read more here.
Keywords: social responsibility; impact factors; construction firms; corporate social ... See more keywords
Key training practice indicators for optimal site supervisors’ utilisation in construction firms
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DOI: 10.1108/jedt-05-2019-0127
Abstract: Purpose The skills and knowledge of site supervisors play an important role in the outcome of construction projects. Evidence gleaned from the literature indicates that poor performance of construction projects remains a central concern for… read more here.
Keywords: training practice; construction; site supervisors; training ... See more keywords
Exploring the impact of social capitals and knowledge creation on construction firms performance in the COVID-19 era
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DOI: 10.1108/jedt-10-2021-0569
Abstract: Purpose Creativity and productivity are important factors for corporate and government institutions in the COVID-19 era. As a result, there is an urgent need to ensure that construction projects can recover adequately to survive potential… read more here.
Keywords: construction firms; knowledge creation; covid era; construction ... See more keywords
The Influence of Building Information Modelling Adoption in the Viability of Medium, Small and Micro Scale Construction Firms (MSMSCFs)
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings13041087
Abstract: Identifying factors influencing the viability of medium, small, and micro scale construction firms (MSMSCFs) is a crucial precursor in positioning such firms to aid economic and infrastructural development, especially in developing countries. This article assesses… read more here.
Keywords: small micro; construction firms; viability medium; viability ... See more keywords
Capabilities-based forecasting model for innovation development in small-and-medium construction firms (SMCFS)
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DOI: 10.3846/jcem.2018.1626
Abstract: Triggering innovation among Small-and-Medium Construction Firms (SMCFs) is of paramount importance to gear up the growth of construction firms. Thus, this study aims to develop a Capability-Based forecasting model for innovation development in SMCFs. Built… read more here.
Keywords: medium construction; construction; innovation; model ... See more keywords