Several researchers indicate that construction materials cost more than any other element of
a construction project, reaching 50-60% of the total cost. Materials go through different …

Blockchain has witnessed rapid development in recent years due to its unique features such
as decentralization, transparency, and immutability. It is widely applied in various industries …

The growing complexity of construction supply chains and the significant impact of the
construction industry on the environment demand an understanding of how to reuse and …

Ensuring material provenance is widely considered a promising solution to the persistent
issues related to material fraudulence in the construction industry. However, current …

There is an increasing number of construction products that are manufactured globally
through complex supply chains. The results of this is that quality requirements are increasing …

This study investigates the important role that the blockchain plays to manage the
information about who did what and when and hence provides a strong base for any legal …

Currently, consumers are developing a serious interest in knowing all the information
relevant to the products they purchase. According to recent research studies and practice …

Lack of trust has been an ongoing issue for decades in construction quality management,
hindering the improvement of quality performance. The development of mutual trust …

The construction industry is one of the least advanced globally in the adoption of digital
technology. When coupled with the lack of documentation prevalent in informal real estate …

The UK Government's review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety 2018 identified a
series of failings in the construction sector including ambiguous and inconsistent regulations …