The implementation of lean principles and approaches is gaining grounds in the
construction industry globally. However, there is no clear understanding of the number and …

This paper aims to identify the major research concepts studied in the literature of
sustainability in construction projects. Two bibliometric analysis tools—(a) BibExcel and (b) …

The need to overcome challenges faced by construction industry has been at the core of
many government reports. Most of the reports suggest the adoption of innovations including …

Project controls have traditionally been focused on after-the-fact detection of variances. This
thesis proposes a control system, the Last Planner system, that causes the realization of …

In construction process, defects occur inevitably and repeatedly. It is one of the primary
causes of project schedule and cost overruns. Many studies on defect causation analysis …

Rework continues to affect both cost and schedule performance throughout the construction
industry. The direct costs alone often tally to 5% of the total construction costs. Using the …

During many construction projects frequent changes often result in time delays, cost
overruns, quality defects and other negative impacts. In recent years, many researchers …

Abstract Design, development, and other projects inevitably involve iteration. Iteration has
positive effects, such as enabling progressive generation of knowledge, enabling …

Although rework is a common phenomenon in the Chinese construction industry and
significantly affects project success, the reasons for rework remain largely unknown and …

It is well established that the project cost, quality, safety, and duration are the four critical
elements that contribute to project success. Past literature has established theoretical …