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The greening of project management
The concept of sustainability is changing how the world operates, from better governance of the environment to alternative fuel sources for operating vehicles and heating homes. One area where…
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Validation of the project definition rating index (PDRI) tool for strategic oil storage tanks of Iran
Researchers have recently found that project planning directly affects a project team's ability to meet customer targets and expectations. To help construction companies more effectively plan their…
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A macro earned value model
Project managers have long practiced earned value management (EVM) to determine a project's actual progress against its planned progress. This paper outlines a macro cost model for applying EVM, one…
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Research on ethics in construction
Numerous recent studies have looked at the impact of using a values-based approach when managing construction projects and leading construction project teams. This paper builds on the author's…
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A decision-making matrix model for estimating construction project overhead
Construction project overhead--the expenses involving onsite construction-related services and facilities, including staff and offices--comprises a significant percentage of construction budgets.…
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Modeling project behavior
Project cost overruns and project schedule delays are common to all industries. Such performance demonstrates that the traditional approach to managing projects is not enough. Today, researchers and…
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The engineering & construction industry
The engineering and construction (E&C) industry has long played a major role in shaping the evolution of project management. Of particular interest to the field is this industry's recent maturation…
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