A knowledge-based framework for construction methods selection

Russell, Alan D.; Al-Hammad, Ibrahim

doi:10.1139/l93-029

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“…For example, a study has been performed on the development of a construction method selection system for cut-and-cover tunneling, using the knowledge-based decision-making theory (Russell & Al-Hammad, 1993). Subsequent studies have been conducted on the method of selecting an appropriate construction method at the site by analyzing the constraints Yoon & Yang, 2001), and on the combination of construction methods through a process that uses correlation analysis between the preceding and following processes (Chun & Oh, 2001).…”

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Risk Response Analysis Model for Construction Method Using the Forced-Decision Method and Binary Weighting Analysis

Lee

Jin

2009

Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering

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Although the selection of a construction method for each type of work is an important factor in determining the quality of a building, the construction duration, costs, and methods are currently being selected according to the subjective judgment of the person in charge, without sufficient consideration of the characteristics of the work type. As a response to this issue, this study proposes a process model to support decision making when selecting the most suitable construction method for major types of construction work. The study used the risk response level model, which connects the conditions of the order and the site, the constructability of the type of work within the site, a review of the economic efficiency of the work site, the forced-decision method, and binary weighting analysis in the construction planning phase. As a result of the application of this model to the construction method selection process for the construction of soil-retaining walls, the factors to be preferably considered in the field cases were analyzed in the order of the environmental, ground, design, construction, structural, and site conditions. Further, the risk response level of each construction method was calculated via risk response level analysis, subject to four applicable construction methods.

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Risk Response Analysis Model for Construction Method Using the Forced-Decision Method and Binary Weighting Analysis

Lee

Jin

2009

Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering

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“…Regretfully, in most projects people do not use a structured methodology to face this process, making an inadequate study of alternative construction systems (Youssef et al , 2005). Furthermore, in the literature there is a lot of information about how to make decisions to optimized one or more requirements, but there are few if any studies that indicated how this process is currently carried out in construction companies (Russell and Al‐Hammad, 1993).…”

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Using organizational knowledge for the selection of construction methods

Ferrada

Serpell²

2013

International Journal of Managing Projects in Business

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to report and summarize the findings from a doctoral thesis that analyze the construction methods' selection process, from a knowledge management perspective. The first author also reports her PhD journey.Design/methodology/approachThe research methodology is based on the development of case studies in three construction companies. In each case study, semi‐structured interviews, direct observation and review of companies' documentation were applied. The results of the case studies allowed the development of a prototype system for the construction methods' selection. The thesis research methodology is described in detail in this article.FindingsIt was concluded that the construction methods' selection process is based in individual knowledge, therefore the construction industry needs to understand how to identify, acquire, store, transfer and use this knowledge. The construction methods knowledge system proposed in this research could help to resolve this problem.Practical implicationsA knowledge management system for construction companies must incorporate knowledge management technologies and techniques to be a real solution for the industry problems regarding information and knowledge management.Originality/valueThis research expands the analysis of the construction methods' selection process with a deeper analysis of this activity, understanding how it is applied in a project, what knowledge is required to make a good decision and offering a system to manage this knowledge, recognizing the particular characteristics of the process and the industry.

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Selección de los Métodos de Construcción en Proyectos: Un Problema de Conocimiento

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Serpell

2014

J. Constr. Eng. Manage.

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A knowledge-based framework for construction methods selection

Cited by 7 publications

References 5 publications

Risk Response Analysis Model for Construction Method Using the Forced-Decision Method and Binary Weighting Analysis

Risk Response Analysis Model for Construction Method Using the Forced-Decision Method and Binary Weighting Analysis

Using organizational knowledge for the selection of construction methods

Selección de los Métodos de Construcción en Proyectos: Un Problema de Conocimiento

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