Download or read book Knowledge Management in Construction written by Chimay J. Anumba and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A key problem facing the construction industry is that all work is done by transient project teams, and in the past there has been no structured approach to learning from projects once they are completed. Now, though, the industry is adapting concepts of knowledge management to improve the situation. This book brings together 13 contributors from research and industry to show how managing construction knowledge can bring real benefits to organisations and projects. It covers a wide range of issues, from basic definitions and fundamental concepts, to the role of information technology, and engendering a knowledge sharing culture. Practical examples from construction and other industry sectors are used throughout to illustrate the various dimensions of knowledge management. The challenges of implementing knowledge management are outlined and the ensuing benefits highlighted.
Download or read book Knowledge Management in the Construction Industry written by Abdul Samad Kazi and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation Presents a portfolio of concepts, methods, models, and tools supported by real life case studies from various corners of the globe providing insights into the management of knowledge in the construction industry.
Download or read book Research Anthology on Changing Dynamics of Diversity and Safety in the Workforce written by Management Association, Information Resources and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2021-07-16 with total page 2129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The recent COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the importance of safety and ergonomics in the workplace. From work-life balance and mental health to risk prevention, maintaining a healthy and happy workforce has become essential for the progress of every company. Moreover, ensuring inclusive spaces has become a pillar of business with some worrying that the diversity agenda will be overshadowed by the recent pandemic. It is imperative that current research is compiled that sheds light on the advancements being made in promoting diversity and wellbeing in the modern workforce. The Research Anthology on Changing Dynamics of Diversity and Safety in the Workforce is a comprehensive reference source that provides the latest emerging research on diversity management and initiatives as well as occupational health and safety practices in the workplace. These concepts are necessary for global workplaces to remain safe, efficient, and inclusive. Covering topics such as employee equity, human resources practices, and worker wellbeing, this anthology provides an excellent resource for researchers, human resources personnel, managers, safety officers, policymakers, CEOs, students, professors, and academicians.
Download or read book Knowledge Management in Construction written by C. Anumba and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2011-01-07 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Capture and Reuse of Project Knowledge in Construction written by Hai Chen Tan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-12-09 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An organisation’s competitive advantage lies in the knowledgeof its employees and the organisation’s ability to harnessthat knowledge to meet business objectives. Knowledge management isrecognised in the construction industry as a potential tool forproviding organisational benefits, but for a number of reasons– particularly the project based nature of construction,where teams are transient, multidisciplinary and often fromdifferent organisations – implementation has been onlymarginally successful. Capture and Reuse of Project Knowledge in Construction describesa methodology for the 'live' capture of reusable project knowledgethat reflects both the organisational and human dimensions ofknowledge capture and reuse, as well as exploiting the benefits oftechnology. This methodology was developed in response to theshortcomings of current practices in managing project knowledge,the benefits offered by capturing and sharing knowledge immediatelyafter it is generated, and the organisational benefit of reusingknowledge within a project based environment.
Download or read book Harvesting and Managing Knowledge in Construction written by Yacine Rezgui and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2011-02-23 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A successful construction business is a knowledge business. And knowledge must be managed effectively to be used efficiently, especially in a complex project-oriented business such as construction, where skills acquired and lessons learned on one project need to be applied to the next. A holistic approach to knowledge management (KM) is taken in this book to incorporate all of the relevant themes, tackling technological, socio-cultural and organizational issues, with the creation of value as a focus throughout. Information is drawn from a broad range of sources to explain core theories and provide guidance on practical application. Topics covered include: changing business relationships in a knowledge economy knowledge creation processes and theories data, text and knowledge mining techniques the learning construction organization future technology for knowledge management. Written by the authors of the first EU-funded KM research project in the field of construction, this textbook is uniquely well-researched, and is the perfect introduction to KM for students across the built environment. It is also a crucial guide to the topic for practitioners.
Download or read book Knowledge Management written by Murray E. Jennex and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 3442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides comprehensive, in-depth coverage of all issues related to knowledge management, including conceptual, methodological, technical, and managerial issues. Presents the opportunities, future challenges, and emerging trends related to this subject.
Download or read book Handbook of Research on Project Management Strategies and Tools for Organizational Success written by Moreno-Monsalve, Nelson Antonio and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-01-17 with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Project management tools can be used as an alternative to improve and strengthen a company’s position in the market. However, the management of projects has been in constant transformation. Elements such as time, cost, and scope, on which it is based, have been complemented with other trends, such as the project team, change management, knowledge management, good negotiation practices, management of stakeholders, sustainability, etc. In order to improve the competitiveness of their company and increase earned value, managers must remain up to date on these latest transformations and best practices. The Handbook of Research on Project Management Strategies and Tools for Organizational Success is a pivotal reference source that analyzes and disseminates new trends that will allow managers to improve their skills and strengthen the performance of their companies through obtaining better results in the projects undertaken. While highlighting topics such as market growth, risk management, and value creation, this book is ideally designed for project managers, managers, business professionals, entrepreneurs, academicians, researchers, and students seeking current research on improving the competitiveness of companies as well as increasing their earned value.
Download or read book Building A Body Of Knowledge In Construction Project Delivery Procurement And Contracting written by Giovanni C Migliaccio and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2022-12-16 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book aims to consolidate, structure and articulate collective knowledge on construction project delivery, procurement and contracting, so that it can serve as a gateway to the contiguous topics of construction project delivery. In addition to supporting the education of student researchers, as well as broadening and deepening the knowledge of practitioners, the book is also intended to serve as a foundation for future education and as a reference book. Academicians can use it to benchmark and support their research and also as a textbook for an undergraduate or graduate course on the topics of project delivery, procurement and contracting.
Download or read book Total Quality in the Construction Supply Chain written by John S. Oakland and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006 with total page 539 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text tackles the key issues of total quality management, supply chain management and knowledge management, demonstrating their significance as strategic concepts for the construction sector and illustrating how development goals in each of these critical areas can be met.
Download or read book Managing Knowledge in the Construction Industry written by Alexander Styhre and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-05-07 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knowledge management presents a new way of understanding organizations and companies, and is especially suited to sophisticated and highly technical firms and operations such as those in the construction industry. This new book draws on hard data from three separate research programs in Sweden and shows how the concept of knowledge can make sense in the construction industry, an industry which can be viewed in essence as being engaged in the material transformation of "nature into buildings". In particular it explores and examines three different businesses: a medium sized construction firm; Wingårdh Architecture, Sweden’s most prestigious architecture firm; and BESAB, a specialist concrete injection firm working on underground construction. An emerging theme is the situational and context-bound nature of knowledge in the construction industry, thus showing "knowledge" to be a remarkably heterogeneous concept. A range of readers should find the book useful, from students and construction managers through to researchers.
Download or read book Implementing IT Business Strategy in the Construction Industry written by Goh Bee Hua and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brings together topics on understanding business strategy and competitive advantage and the essential benefits of concepts and technologies for improving efficiency of the construction industry. This reference source is aimed at researchers, policy-makers, practitioners, undergraduate, and postgraduate students to gain insights into the complex workings of the traditional construction industry and the concepts and tools used to facilitate a strategically IT enabled industry.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Communities of Practice in Information and Knowledge Management written by Coakes, Elayne and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2005-10-31 with total page 642 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This encyclopedia will give readers insight on how other organizations have tackled the necessary means of sharing knowledge across communities and functions" -- Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Proceedings of the Second International Conference of Construction Infrastructure and Materials written by Han Ay Lie and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-02-01 with total page 621 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book comprises selected proceedings of the 2nd International Conference of Construction, Infrastructure, and Materials (ICCIM 2021) focusing on topics such as structural engineering, construction materials, geotechnical engineering, transportation system and engineering, construction management, water resources engineering, and infrastructure development. Its content will be useful to researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers alike.
Download or read book Project Management for Facility Constructions written by Alberto De Marco and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-03-23 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes concepts, methods and practical techniques for managing projects to develop constructed facilities in the fields of oil & gas, power, infrastructure, architecture and the commercial building industries. It is addressed to a broad range of professionals willing to improve their management skills and designed to help newcomers to the engineering and construction industry understand how to apply project management to field practice. Also, it makes project management disciplines accessible to experts in technical areas of engineering and construction. In education, this text is suitable for undergraduate and graduate classes in architecture, engineering and construction management, as well as for specialist and professional courses in project management.
Download or read book ECKM2007 Proceedings of the 8th European Conference on Knowledge Management written by Dan Remenyi and published by Academic Conferences Limited. This book was released on 2007 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book AI empowered Knowledge Management written by Soumi Majumder and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-02-23 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is focused on AI-empowered knowledge management to improve processes, implementation of technology for providing easy access to knowledge and the impact of knowledge management to promote the platform for generation of new knowledge through continuous learning. The book discusses process of knowledge management which includes entirety of the creation, distribution, and maintenance of knowledge to achieve organizational objectives. It also covers knowledge management tools which enable and enhance knowledge creation, codification, and transfer within business firms thereby reducing the burden of work and allowing application of resources and effective usage towards practical tasks. An immense growth of artificial intelligence in business organizations has occurred and AI-empowered knowledge management practice is leading towards growth and development of the organization.
