Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management: Volume 8 Issue 2

Stream methods of construction work organization: an introduction to the problem

ZDZISŁAW HEJDUCKI, JULIUSZ MROZOWICZ

This paper presents and describes basic properties of construction work organization methods which use time couplings. In addition, fundamental methods of construction work…

Scheduling system for repetitive unit construction using line‐of‐balance technology

DAVID ARDITI, ONUR B. TOKDEMIR, KANGSUK SUH

Although line‐of‐balance (LOB) scheduling can be superior to bar charts and networks in repetitive‐unit construction, there are indications that its use is not widespread. In this…

Neurofuzzy modelling of construction projects' duration I: principles

A.H. BOUSSABAINE

Construction projects' duration can be modelled using traditional and artificial intelligence methods. The first part of these two papers provides an insight into the principles…

Neurofuzzy modelling of construction projects' duration II: application

A.H. BOUSSABAINE

The first paper of this two‐paper series has developed an understanding of neurofuzzy concept modelling techniques. This second paper demonstrates the power and versatility of…

Multi‐project cash flow optimization: non‐inferior solution through neuro‐multiobjective algorithm

K.C. LAM, TIESONG HU, S.O. CHEUNG, R.K.K. YUEN, Z.M. DENG

Modelling of the multiproject cash flow decisions in a contracting firm facilitates optimal resource utilization, financial planning, profit forecasting and enables the inclusion…

ISO 9000 certification of Singapore construction enterprises: its costs and benefits and its role in the development of the industry

GEORGE OFORI, GU GANG

The construction management literature discusses the benefits which companies derive from having their operations certified to the ISO 9000 series of quality management systems…