Awareness and utilization of construction videos in the teaching of construction technology courses in Ghana
- Adjei, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Adjei, K.O. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Building technology , Construction videos , Construction technology courses
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/213255 , uj:21125 , Citation: Adjei, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O & Thwala, W. D. 2016. Awareness and utilization of construction videos in the teaching of construction technology courses in Ghana.
- Description: Abstract: This study explores the use of construction videos as an educational tool in the teaching of construction technology courses in Ghana. The objectives were to find out the g. The study mostly used quantitative data. The population and sample size comprised lecturers who handled the courses from the first to final years' in the Higher National Diploma Building Technology programme in the top five Polytechnics namely; Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, Koforidua and Cape Coast. Cluster sampling technique was used in selecting respondents. Structured interview in the form of questionnaires was used with 100% response rate. The findings revealed that, the 100% awareness of construction videos were; megastructure world's tallest hotel, formwork to columns and beams, building technology industrialised building system and modern home construction technique. Most of the respondents used construction videos from downloads to teach which followed by those who access it online. The least respondents refer students to watch it during teaching. Level100 bad substructure, superstructure walls and columns, and retaining walls videos mostly used in teaching. Level 200 bad staircase, roof, framed structures construction videos fairly used in the teaching of construction technology course. Level 300 bad industrialised building system, precast and road videos used in teaching. It is however recommended that project consultants who work on projects to be executed by top class contractors should add a draft in the conditions of contract that the project would be videoed for educational purpose.
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- Authors: Adjei, K.O. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Building technology , Construction videos , Construction technology courses
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/213255 , uj:21125 , Citation: Adjei, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O & Thwala, W. D. 2016. Awareness and utilization of construction videos in the teaching of construction technology courses in Ghana.
- Description: Abstract: This study explores the use of construction videos as an educational tool in the teaching of construction technology courses in Ghana. The objectives were to find out the g. The study mostly used quantitative data. The population and sample size comprised lecturers who handled the courses from the first to final years' in the Higher National Diploma Building Technology programme in the top five Polytechnics namely; Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, Koforidua and Cape Coast. Cluster sampling technique was used in selecting respondents. Structured interview in the form of questionnaires was used with 100% response rate. The findings revealed that, the 100% awareness of construction videos were; megastructure world's tallest hotel, formwork to columns and beams, building technology industrialised building system and modern home construction technique. Most of the respondents used construction videos from downloads to teach which followed by those who access it online. The least respondents refer students to watch it during teaching. Level100 bad substructure, superstructure walls and columns, and retaining walls videos mostly used in teaching. Level 200 bad staircase, roof, framed structures construction videos fairly used in the teaching of construction technology course. Level 300 bad industrialised building system, precast and road videos used in teaching. It is however recommended that project consultants who work on projects to be executed by top class contractors should add a draft in the conditions of contract that the project would be videoed for educational purpose.
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Exploring the integrated cost control models used in the construction industry
- Adjei, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Adjei, K.O. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Cost control , Model , Construction industry
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/217000 , uj:21584 , Citation: Adjei, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Exploring the integrated cost control models used in the construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: Project cost control models bring about all the techniques used in developing construction cost, cash flow forecasting and cost control. The construction industry has been unfamiliar with its characteristics and properties.This study therefore exploresthe existing integrated cost control models used in the construction industry.The study was conducted through a literatureresearch. Three different integrated cost control models used for the construction industry were selected between the years 2001 and 2013. The data used in the report is mainly qualitative and it was based on content analysis.The findings show that all the models had cost control systems. The inputs of the models were bills of quantities, resources list, activities programme, work breakdown structure and estimates. The processes of the models were managing all the resources; materials, labour, equipment and overhead costs, monitoring, controlling, reporting, decision making, corrective actions, forecasting and deadlines. Lastly the outputs of the models were project loss or profit, post evaluation and historical data kept for future use.
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- Authors: Adjei, K.O. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Cost control , Model , Construction industry
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/217000 , uj:21584 , Citation: Adjei, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Exploring the integrated cost control models used in the construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: Project cost control models bring about all the techniques used in developing construction cost, cash flow forecasting and cost control. The construction industry has been unfamiliar with its characteristics and properties.This study therefore exploresthe existing integrated cost control models used in the construction industry.The study was conducted through a literatureresearch. Three different integrated cost control models used for the construction industry were selected between the years 2001 and 2013. The data used in the report is mainly qualitative and it was based on content analysis.The findings show that all the models had cost control systems. The inputs of the models were bills of quantities, resources list, activities programme, work breakdown structure and estimates. The processes of the models were managing all the resources; materials, labour, equipment and overhead costs, monitoring, controlling, reporting, decision making, corrective actions, forecasting and deadlines. Lastly the outputs of the models were project loss or profit, post evaluation and historical data kept for future use.
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Project communication within small and medium-sized construction firms
- Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Communication , Construction
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/67499 , uj:17609 , Citation: Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Project communication within small and medium-sized construction firms.
- Description: Abstract: Communication is considered as a tool in the heart of management in enhancing project targets and Milestones not only in the construction sector but other sectors as well. The construction industry has however been characterized with its massive investment and associated risks. As a result, when main and sub-activities and tasks to be executed on project sites are not properly communicated among project teams and stakeholders, it will vehemently incur additional cost on the project, cause injury from accidents and may delay the entire project completion schedule amongst others. This exploratory study seek to establish the project communication structure used by construction SMEs and also to develop a pattern within the communication structure of SMEs that will avert uncertainties in a form of barriers to their communication. In order to accomplish the exploratory study, semi-structure interview sessions were conducted among construction professionals and clients via purposive sampling. The targeted population for the study was adequately prepared as a result of the prior notification for the interviews. Findings from the study revealed that most of the construction SMEs do not have established communication structure in their operations. Further, the SMEs only realized the need for a communication pattern when they encounter complex issues such as dispute on a claim with clients and stakeholders. The study recommends that prior to the execution of projects by SMEs, the communication lines must be clearly defined as well as the reporting a system with an in-depth briefing for all team members and stakeholders to be privy.
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- Authors: Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Communication , Construction
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/67499 , uj:17609 , Citation: Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Project communication within small and medium-sized construction firms.
- Description: Abstract: Communication is considered as a tool in the heart of management in enhancing project targets and Milestones not only in the construction sector but other sectors as well. The construction industry has however been characterized with its massive investment and associated risks. As a result, when main and sub-activities and tasks to be executed on project sites are not properly communicated among project teams and stakeholders, it will vehemently incur additional cost on the project, cause injury from accidents and may delay the entire project completion schedule amongst others. This exploratory study seek to establish the project communication structure used by construction SMEs and also to develop a pattern within the communication structure of SMEs that will avert uncertainties in a form of barriers to their communication. In order to accomplish the exploratory study, semi-structure interview sessions were conducted among construction professionals and clients via purposive sampling. The targeted population for the study was adequately prepared as a result of the prior notification for the interviews. Findings from the study revealed that most of the construction SMEs do not have established communication structure in their operations. Further, the SMEs only realized the need for a communication pattern when they encounter complex issues such as dispute on a claim with clients and stakeholders. The study recommends that prior to the execution of projects by SMEs, the communication lines must be clearly defined as well as the reporting a system with an in-depth briefing for all team members and stakeholders to be privy.
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Identification of critical success factors for the survival of small, medium and micro enterprise contracting firms in the greater Johannesburg metropolitan area
- Aigbavboa, C.O., Tshikhudo, L.M., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Tshikhudo, L.M. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Critical success factors , Small and medium sized contractors - South Africa - Gauteng
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4793 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12045
- Description: The objective of this study is to investigate the critical success factors (CSF) that influence the success of small and medium sized contractors in the greater Johannesburg metropolitan area, Gauteng province of South Africa. An all-inclusive literature study was carried out. A structured questionnaire was developed for 50 SMME contracting firms to access the standing of their enterprises and also to scrutinize the CSF that influence the success of their businesses. Findings emanating from the study reveal that good management skills, maintaining good relationships with clients, proper record keeping and good cash flow management were the prime CSF needed by the SMME in the greater Johannesburg region for the survival of their firms. This study contributes to the preposition that CSFs are necessary for the survival of SMMEs as they are seen to hold the key to the development of the local economies and the nations at large.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Tshikhudo, L.M. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Critical success factors , Small and medium sized contractors - South Africa - Gauteng
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4793 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12045
- Description: The objective of this study is to investigate the critical success factors (CSF) that influence the success of small and medium sized contractors in the greater Johannesburg metropolitan area, Gauteng province of South Africa. An all-inclusive literature study was carried out. A structured questionnaire was developed for 50 SMME contracting firms to access the standing of their enterprises and also to scrutinize the CSF that influence the success of their businesses. Findings emanating from the study reveal that good management skills, maintaining good relationships with clients, proper record keeping and good cash flow management were the prime CSF needed by the SMME in the greater Johannesburg region for the survival of their firms. This study contributes to the preposition that CSFs are necessary for the survival of SMMEs as they are seen to hold the key to the development of the local economies and the nations at large.
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An exploration of public private partnership in infrastructure development in South Africa
- Aigbavboa, C.O., Liphadzi, M., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Liphadzi, M. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Building energy efficiency assessment
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4792 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12044
- Description: Building energy efficiency assessment (BEEA) is an important area in both the built environment and energy management. Over the years it has received increasing attention among researchers due to the pertinent sustainability issues. What is the common practice in building energy assessment research methodology? This study attempts to find the common practice in BEEA research methodology to find out how developing countries can be equipped to do more research in this field. In this paper five major journals in the field of building energy are quantitatively reviewed with a particular interest in identifying what methods and approaches have been presented or employed in BEEA. A scanning of the search results gave a list of 63 articles that are considered relevant to the research interest. The assessment methods were introduced and categorized in a manner that helps the readers get the best sense of the overall picture. The results indicate that 65% of the studies employed more than one research method and documentation dominated BEEA research. The study showed that to develop the research capacity of developing countries in this area the need for expertise, availability of data and policy direction needs to be in place.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Liphadzi, M. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Building energy efficiency assessment
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4792 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12044
- Description: Building energy efficiency assessment (BEEA) is an important area in both the built environment and energy management. Over the years it has received increasing attention among researchers due to the pertinent sustainability issues. What is the common practice in building energy assessment research methodology? This study attempts to find the common practice in BEEA research methodology to find out how developing countries can be equipped to do more research in this field. In this paper five major journals in the field of building energy are quantitatively reviewed with a particular interest in identifying what methods and approaches have been presented or employed in BEEA. A scanning of the search results gave a list of 63 articles that are considered relevant to the research interest. The assessment methods were introduced and categorized in a manner that helps the readers get the best sense of the overall picture. The results indicate that 65% of the studies employed more than one research method and documentation dominated BEEA research. The study showed that to develop the research capacity of developing countries in this area the need for expertise, availability of data and policy direction needs to be in place.
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A model for assessing the housing satisfaction of beneficiaries in publicly funded housing in South Africa
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Housing satisfaction , Housing adequacy , Beneficiaries’ satisfaction,
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/68880 , uj:17791 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. 2015. A model for assessing the housing satisfaction of beneficiaries in publicly funded housing in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: A model is proposed for predicting and measuring the housing satisfaction level of public housing schemes in South Africa, a case study of the Gauteng Province (economic hub of Southern Africa). The suggested model assumes the measurement of housing satisfaction both subjectively, in terms of beneficiaries’ satisfaction with the housing environment; the adequacy level of the dwelling and its environment. It is hoped that such a model will help in testing different types of public housing provisions in South Africa and assist in identifying the most predictive and useful factors that need to be given proper consideration in the implementation of policy governing public housing provision. This paper introduces the model and its development process and the outcome of its testing and the validation programme will be reported later. It is important to note that the research model has been developed to fit the conditions of South Africa and its application in a different set of condition would need further alteration and adjustment to fit the specific context.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Housing satisfaction , Housing adequacy , Beneficiaries’ satisfaction,
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/68880 , uj:17791 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. 2015. A model for assessing the housing satisfaction of beneficiaries in publicly funded housing in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: A model is proposed for predicting and measuring the housing satisfaction level of public housing schemes in South Africa, a case study of the Gauteng Province (economic hub of Southern Africa). The suggested model assumes the measurement of housing satisfaction both subjectively, in terms of beneficiaries’ satisfaction with the housing environment; the adequacy level of the dwelling and its environment. It is hoped that such a model will help in testing different types of public housing provisions in South Africa and assist in identifying the most predictive and useful factors that need to be given proper consideration in the implementation of policy governing public housing provision. This paper introduces the model and its development process and the outcome of its testing and the validation programme will be reported later. It is important to note that the research model has been developed to fit the conditions of South Africa and its application in a different set of condition would need further alteration and adjustment to fit the specific context.
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Contribution of value management to quantity surveying profession in Gauteng, South Africa
- Aigbavboa, C.O., Oke, A.E., Mashangoane, A.D.
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Oke, A.E. , Mashangoane, A.D.
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Construction project performance , Project function , Quality function
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/259492 , uj:27304 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O., Oke, A.E. & Mashangoane, A.D. 2017. Contribution of value management to quantity surveying profession in Gauteng, South Africa.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Oke, A.E. , Mashangoane, A.D.
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Construction project performance , Project function , Quality function
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/259492 , uj:27304 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O., Oke, A.E. & Mashangoane, A.D. 2017. Contribution of value management to quantity surveying profession in Gauteng, South Africa.
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Assessing beneficiaries’ needs and expectations as a determinant of residential satisfaction in South Africa
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Confirmatory factor analysis , Needs and expectations , Housing satisfaction , Structural equation modelling
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93879 , uj:20403 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. Assessing beneficiaries’ needs and expectations as a determinant of residential satisfaction in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Purpose: There is an integral link between theory and measurement suggesting that validation of measures should be the first stage of theory testing. The aim of the present study was to validate the factorial validity of needs and expectations features as determinants of low-income residents’ housing satisfaction in South Africa. Methodology: Empirical data were collected by a questionnaire survey conducted among 751 low-income housing residents’ in three metropolitan and one district municipality in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. Data gathered via the questionnaire survey were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM) version 6.2 which was used to assess the factorial structure of the constructs. Findings: SEM analysis revealed that the internal consistency coefficients were over 0.70 criterions for acceptability and the constructs showed a good mode fit to the sample data. The Z-statistics analysis revealed that the construct (needs and expectations) have direct influence in determining low-income residents’ satisfaction with their houses. Conclusion: The SEM result advocates a practical consideration of the construct and its respective indicator variables in future development of low-income housing in South Africa.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Confirmatory factor analysis , Needs and expectations , Housing satisfaction , Structural equation modelling
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93879 , uj:20403 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. Assessing beneficiaries’ needs and expectations as a determinant of residential satisfaction in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Purpose: There is an integral link between theory and measurement suggesting that validation of measures should be the first stage of theory testing. The aim of the present study was to validate the factorial validity of needs and expectations features as determinants of low-income residents’ housing satisfaction in South Africa. Methodology: Empirical data were collected by a questionnaire survey conducted among 751 low-income housing residents’ in three metropolitan and one district municipality in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. Data gathered via the questionnaire survey were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM) version 6.2 which was used to assess the factorial structure of the constructs. Findings: SEM analysis revealed that the internal consistency coefficients were over 0.70 criterions for acceptability and the constructs showed a good mode fit to the sample data. The Z-statistics analysis revealed that the construct (needs and expectations) have direct influence in determining low-income residents’ satisfaction with their houses. Conclusion: The SEM result advocates a practical consideration of the construct and its respective indicator variables in future development of low-income housing in South Africa.
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Beneficiary participation defined - a South Africa perspective
- Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Beneficiary participation , Housing , Housing policy
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/372614 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/81352 , uj:18817 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Beneficiary participation defined - a South Africa perspective.
- Description: Abstract: Beneficiaries’ participation is a rich concept that varies with its application and definition. The way participation is defined, depends on the context in which it occurs. For some scholars, it is a matter of principle; for others, a matter of practice; for even more it is an end in itself. Hence, in this paper a South Africa perspective on the definition of participation will be discussed in relation to subsidised low-income housing beneficiaries. The data used in this research were derived from secondary sources only; through a detailed review of related literature on the subject in order to meet the research objectives. The study is a South Africa perspective on the definition of participation. From the review of the extant literature, it was found that participation is a stereotyped word like children use Lego pieces. Like Lego pieces, the words fit arbitrarily together and support the most fanciful constructions. They have no content but do serve a function. As these words are separate from any context, they are ideal for manipulative purposes. Hence, it was found that ‘Participation’ belongs to this category of word. Therefore, because involvements in projects and other ventures gives people a better understanding of their interests and the interests of others, and, in some cases, brings them to see what would be best for the entire group, this study thus contribute to the body of knowledge in the conceptualisation of subsidised low-income beneficiary participation in South Africa.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Beneficiary participation , Housing , Housing policy
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/372614 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/81352 , uj:18817 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Beneficiary participation defined - a South Africa perspective.
- Description: Abstract: Beneficiaries’ participation is a rich concept that varies with its application and definition. The way participation is defined, depends on the context in which it occurs. For some scholars, it is a matter of principle; for others, a matter of practice; for even more it is an end in itself. Hence, in this paper a South Africa perspective on the definition of participation will be discussed in relation to subsidised low-income housing beneficiaries. The data used in this research were derived from secondary sources only; through a detailed review of related literature on the subject in order to meet the research objectives. The study is a South Africa perspective on the definition of participation. From the review of the extant literature, it was found that participation is a stereotyped word like children use Lego pieces. Like Lego pieces, the words fit arbitrarily together and support the most fanciful constructions. They have no content but do serve a function. As these words are separate from any context, they are ideal for manipulative purposes. Hence, it was found that ‘Participation’ belongs to this category of word. Therefore, because involvements in projects and other ventures gives people a better understanding of their interests and the interests of others, and, in some cases, brings them to see what would be best for the entire group, this study thus contribute to the body of knowledge in the conceptualisation of subsidised low-income beneficiary participation in South Africa.
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Information Communication Technology (ICT) usage as a driver of construction professional practice : lessons from South Africa
- Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku, Lesito, K.P.
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Lesito, K.P.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Information Communication Technology , Construction industry , Professional practice
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/85333 , uj:19330 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, W.D. & Lesito, K.P. 2015. Information Communication Technology (ICT) usage as a driver of construction professional practice : lessons from South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: This paper examines the impact of ICT in professional practice in the South African construction industry. This is with the view that ICT utilization inprofessional practice has the potential to facilitate better decision-making ability and savings in operating costs, amongst others. The data for the study was derived from both primary and secondary sources. The primary data -was obtained through the survey method, while the secondary data -was obtained from the review of literature. Theprimary datafor the study -was collected through a structured questionnaire survey distributed to a sample of 37professionals in the construction industry. The results revealed that architectura engineering and quantity surveying functions have been largely computerised. However, data and document management is still done through the traditional -way of manual.filing. Therefore, because construction industry professionals are a rich source of information about ICT and its improvement within the industry, the study provide valuable insight into the cu"ent usage of ICT in construction professional practise firms, which thus reveals the level of ICT adaptation in South African CL Hence, this thus shows that ICT surveys can be used to determine the number of users of these systems, identify the core impacts ICT has had on day to day activities.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Lesito, K.P.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Information Communication Technology , Construction industry , Professional practice
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/85333 , uj:19330 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, W.D. & Lesito, K.P. 2015. Information Communication Technology (ICT) usage as a driver of construction professional practice : lessons from South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: This paper examines the impact of ICT in professional practice in the South African construction industry. This is with the view that ICT utilization inprofessional practice has the potential to facilitate better decision-making ability and savings in operating costs, amongst others. The data for the study was derived from both primary and secondary sources. The primary data -was obtained through the survey method, while the secondary data -was obtained from the review of literature. Theprimary datafor the study -was collected through a structured questionnaire survey distributed to a sample of 37professionals in the construction industry. The results revealed that architectura engineering and quantity surveying functions have been largely computerised. However, data and document management is still done through the traditional -way of manual.filing. Therefore, because construction industry professionals are a rich source of information about ICT and its improvement within the industry, the study provide valuable insight into the cu"ent usage of ICT in construction professional practise firms, which thus reveals the level of ICT adaptation in South African CL Hence, this thus shows that ICT surveys can be used to determine the number of users of these systems, identify the core impacts ICT has had on day to day activities.
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Housing regeneration in Tshwane metropolitan municipalities of South Africa
- Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Housing regeneration , informal settlement
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69008 , uj:17806 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Housing regeneration in Tshwane metropolitan municipalities of South Africa
- Description: Abstract: The South African Government since 1994 has initiated and implemented several housing delivery programmes and subsidy mechanisms to eliminate the incidence of ‘slum housing’ and its associated poverty. In addition to high levels of unemployment, there is also a widely acknowledged need for housing and municipal infrastructure such as water supply, sewerage, streets, stormwater drainage, electricity, and refuse collection. However, the provision of adequate housing for the poor to reduce poverty and improve the quality of people’s life has been a huge challenge for the South African Government over the years. The high level of unemployment and relatively low average wage level contribute to a major housing affordability problem in South Africa. The high unemployment rate forces many people to live in unstructured settlements; hence the need for housing regeneration, as city regeneration has become a critical concern for the South African Government. The objective of this paper is to study the process of housing regeneration through the upgrading and eradication of informal settlements in Tshwane metropolitan municipality (TMM), Gauteng Province South Africa. The paper assess the lessons and challenges that can be learnt through housing regeneration programmes in Tshwane metropolitan municipality. The paper closes with recommendations on how housing regeneration can be improved.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Housing regeneration , informal settlement
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69008 , uj:17806 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Housing regeneration in Tshwane metropolitan municipalities of South Africa
- Description: Abstract: The South African Government since 1994 has initiated and implemented several housing delivery programmes and subsidy mechanisms to eliminate the incidence of ‘slum housing’ and its associated poverty. In addition to high levels of unemployment, there is also a widely acknowledged need for housing and municipal infrastructure such as water supply, sewerage, streets, stormwater drainage, electricity, and refuse collection. However, the provision of adequate housing for the poor to reduce poverty and improve the quality of people’s life has been a huge challenge for the South African Government over the years. The high level of unemployment and relatively low average wage level contribute to a major housing affordability problem in South Africa. The high unemployment rate forces many people to live in unstructured settlements; hence the need for housing regeneration, as city regeneration has become a critical concern for the South African Government. The objective of this paper is to study the process of housing regeneration through the upgrading and eradication of informal settlements in Tshwane metropolitan municipality (TMM), Gauteng Province South Africa. The paper assess the lessons and challenges that can be learnt through housing regeneration programmes in Tshwane metropolitan municipality. The paper closes with recommendations on how housing regeneration can be improved.
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A framework for higher education and industry linkage in the Ghanaian built environment
- Alhassan, M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Atepor, L.
- Authors: Alhassan, M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Atepor, L.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Industry , Linkage , Education
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/216891 , uj:21567 , Citation: Alhassan, M., Aigbavboa, C.O & Atepor, L. 2016. A framework for higher education and industry linkage in the Ghanaian built environment.
- Description: Abstract: One of the challenges we face as a nation is the absence of relevance or responsiveness of the polytechnic training efforts to the changing needs of industry and society. The overall purpose of this study is to explore the effectiveness of industrial attachment collaboration between higher institutions and the industry. The objectives are to identify the relevance of the polytechnic curricula to industry and the world of work. To find how Polytechnics are actively involved in the monitoring and assessment of students’ industrial attachment. To determine the capacity of the polytechnics in the delivery of both theory and practical lessons. To identify major constraints faced by polytechnics and the Industry during attachment. To find out how mutual benefits between polytechnics and Industry are likely to strengthen collaborations. Existing research works were conducted in the research area. The industrial attachment is expected to give students the requisite practical skill and for that matter the needed manpower necessary for national development.
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- Authors: Alhassan, M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Atepor, L.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Industry , Linkage , Education
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/216891 , uj:21567 , Citation: Alhassan, M., Aigbavboa, C.O & Atepor, L. 2016. A framework for higher education and industry linkage in the Ghanaian built environment.
- Description: Abstract: One of the challenges we face as a nation is the absence of relevance or responsiveness of the polytechnic training efforts to the changing needs of industry and society. The overall purpose of this study is to explore the effectiveness of industrial attachment collaboration between higher institutions and the industry. The objectives are to identify the relevance of the polytechnic curricula to industry and the world of work. To find how Polytechnics are actively involved in the monitoring and assessment of students’ industrial attachment. To determine the capacity of the polytechnics in the delivery of both theory and practical lessons. To identify major constraints faced by polytechnics and the Industry during attachment. To find out how mutual benefits between polytechnics and Industry are likely to strengthen collaborations. Existing research works were conducted in the research area. The industrial attachment is expected to give students the requisite practical skill and for that matter the needed manpower necessary for national development.
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An integrated framework for the implementation of sustainable road infrastructure projects in developing countries
- Ametepey, S.A., Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Authors: Ametepey, S.A. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Developing countries , Infrastructure development , Road infrastructure
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/216686 , uj:21539 , Citation: Ametepey, S.A & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. An integrated framework for the implementation of sustainable road infrastructure projects in developing countries.
- Description: Abstract: With recent unprecedented environmental deterioration becoming more adverse worldwide, discussions by the international community for establishing an appropriate response policy against this menace has become more urgent. This has led the world to focus on a new sustainable development agenda tagged Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A significant section of the SDGs focuses on sustainable infrastructure development. Therefore, the road infrastructure sector cannot be left out of the sustainability agenda since it forms a significant part of infrastructure development. Though there are a few sustainability interventions in road infrastructure development, they are limited and unclear. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to develop an integrated framework to guide the implementation of sustainable road infrastructure projects in developing countries. The study will adopt a mixed method approach. Face-to-face interviews on selected representatives of key stakeholders will be carried out to select and classify, confirm and prioritize a list of sustainability performance targets that will be identified through literature and past research. A Delphi technique through questionnaire survey will be used to explore the extent to which the sustainability criteria and indicators impact or influence on Sustainable road infrastructure project implementation in developing countries. Through the identification and integration of different perceptions and priority needs of the stakeholders, as well as key sustainability indicators and solutions for critical issues, a set of decision-making guidelines will be developed to promote and drive consistent sustainability deliverables in road infrastructure projects. The study is expected to provide an innovative and practical framework which will aid road infrastructure development stakeholders in the implementation of Sustainable Road Infrastructure projects.
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- Authors: Ametepey, S.A. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Developing countries , Infrastructure development , Road infrastructure
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/216686 , uj:21539 , Citation: Ametepey, S.A & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. An integrated framework for the implementation of sustainable road infrastructure projects in developing countries.
- Description: Abstract: With recent unprecedented environmental deterioration becoming more adverse worldwide, discussions by the international community for establishing an appropriate response policy against this menace has become more urgent. This has led the world to focus on a new sustainable development agenda tagged Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A significant section of the SDGs focuses on sustainable infrastructure development. Therefore, the road infrastructure sector cannot be left out of the sustainability agenda since it forms a significant part of infrastructure development. Though there are a few sustainability interventions in road infrastructure development, they are limited and unclear. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to develop an integrated framework to guide the implementation of sustainable road infrastructure projects in developing countries. The study will adopt a mixed method approach. Face-to-face interviews on selected representatives of key stakeholders will be carried out to select and classify, confirm and prioritize a list of sustainability performance targets that will be identified through literature and past research. A Delphi technique through questionnaire survey will be used to explore the extent to which the sustainability criteria and indicators impact or influence on Sustainable road infrastructure project implementation in developing countries. Through the identification and integration of different perceptions and priority needs of the stakeholders, as well as key sustainability indicators and solutions for critical issues, a set of decision-making guidelines will be developed to promote and drive consistent sustainability deliverables in road infrastructure projects. The study is expected to provide an innovative and practical framework which will aid road infrastructure development stakeholders in the implementation of Sustainable Road Infrastructure projects.
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Organic growth of Small and Medium-Sized firms : perspective of Ghanaian Construction industry
- Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction , Growth , Organic
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87788 , uj:19627 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Organic growth of Small and Medium-Sized firms : perspective of Ghanaian Construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: Growth of firms have widely been acknowledged in literature due to its significance as one of the key indicators of expansion of a firms in terms of market stock, increased in turnover, increased in employment, increased in acquisition of plant and equipment amongst others. Growth is however classified as organic or inorganic. Inorganic growth of firms is the expansion of a firm by integration or merging with another firm to achieve synergy while organic growth ensues when a firm expands as a result of its own internal activities from within. This study explores into organic growth and further highlights on the necessary drivers that will enhance organic growth among Small and Medium-sized Construction firms (SMEs) in Ghana. In order to achieve this purpose, the study adopted the use of extensive literature review supported by electronic questionnaire survey which focused on the owners of the SMEs as well as professionals engaged by the SME’s. In all, the study had responds rate of 80 percent which revealed that construction SME’s attained organic growth when there is proper management structure in place that ensures that all aspect of the corporate goals is accomplished. Further organic growth of SMEs happens when all internal rifts such as communication barriers, bad human relations, dearth motivation issues, remuneration issues, peril-conducive working environment within the firm are resolved to enable employees to work towards growth. The study recommends that owners of small and medium-sized construction firms must endeavour to recruit professionals who will ensure best management practice to encourage organic growth
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- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction , Growth , Organic
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87788 , uj:19627 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Organic growth of Small and Medium-Sized firms : perspective of Ghanaian Construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: Growth of firms have widely been acknowledged in literature due to its significance as one of the key indicators of expansion of a firms in terms of market stock, increased in turnover, increased in employment, increased in acquisition of plant and equipment amongst others. Growth is however classified as organic or inorganic. Inorganic growth of firms is the expansion of a firm by integration or merging with another firm to achieve synergy while organic growth ensues when a firm expands as a result of its own internal activities from within. This study explores into organic growth and further highlights on the necessary drivers that will enhance organic growth among Small and Medium-sized Construction firms (SMEs) in Ghana. In order to achieve this purpose, the study adopted the use of extensive literature review supported by electronic questionnaire survey which focused on the owners of the SMEs as well as professionals engaged by the SME’s. In all, the study had responds rate of 80 percent which revealed that construction SME’s attained organic growth when there is proper management structure in place that ensures that all aspect of the corporate goals is accomplished. Further organic growth of SMEs happens when all internal rifts such as communication barriers, bad human relations, dearth motivation issues, remuneration issues, peril-conducive working environment within the firm are resolved to enable employees to work towards growth. The study recommends that owners of small and medium-sized construction firms must endeavour to recruit professionals who will ensure best management practice to encourage organic growth
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Higher education student perspective on the teaching of research methodology : Ghana
- Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku, Yeboah, P.
- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Yeboah, P.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Research , Polytechnic , Students
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69011 , uj:17808 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. et al. 2015. Higher education student perspective on the teaching of research methodology : Ghana.
- Description: Abstract: Higher National Diploma (HND) students of faculty of Engineering in the Ghanaian Polytechnics embark on research methods as a mandatory module in second year of their studies. The need for the module is to improve students’ knowledge and skills on the concept of research methods that will enable them to design and carry out suitable research methodology during their final project work write-up. However, the rate at which student’s trail the module and the poor standard of project works that is produced is an indication that students have no interest in the research methods as a subject. As a result, this study seeks to explore the perception of students on the teaching of research methods. This exploratory study collated data using extensive interviews with ten students who passed and ten who trailed the module which were selected via purposive sampling technique from each of the departments within the faculty of engineering. The information gathered using semi-structured interviews were reordered and transcribed. The study revealed that the method applied in teaching research methods subject do not fully engage student’s interest, this has caused students to perceive research to be just an ordinary module and a mere formality that needs to be done and submitted. Further, it was established that students tend to be more interested in courses in line with their career rather than research methods. Also, offering research methods just for a semester alone is not adequate for students to have comprehensive understanding. The study recommends that Lecturers must endeavour to design interactive sessions with students. Research methods must be redesign to be taught be taught from the first year through to the final year. The main component parts research must be taught and fully completed with feedback from students from students’ depicting their understanding before commencing another part.
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- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Yeboah, P.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Research , Polytechnic , Students
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69011 , uj:17808 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. et al. 2015. Higher education student perspective on the teaching of research methodology : Ghana.
- Description: Abstract: Higher National Diploma (HND) students of faculty of Engineering in the Ghanaian Polytechnics embark on research methods as a mandatory module in second year of their studies. The need for the module is to improve students’ knowledge and skills on the concept of research methods that will enable them to design and carry out suitable research methodology during their final project work write-up. However, the rate at which student’s trail the module and the poor standard of project works that is produced is an indication that students have no interest in the research methods as a subject. As a result, this study seeks to explore the perception of students on the teaching of research methods. This exploratory study collated data using extensive interviews with ten students who passed and ten who trailed the module which were selected via purposive sampling technique from each of the departments within the faculty of engineering. The information gathered using semi-structured interviews were reordered and transcribed. The study revealed that the method applied in teaching research methods subject do not fully engage student’s interest, this has caused students to perceive research to be just an ordinary module and a mere formality that needs to be done and submitted. Further, it was established that students tend to be more interested in courses in line with their career rather than research methods. Also, offering research methods just for a semester alone is not adequate for students to have comprehensive understanding. The study recommends that Lecturers must endeavour to design interactive sessions with students. Research methods must be redesign to be taught be taught from the first year through to the final year. The main component parts research must be taught and fully completed with feedback from students from students’ depicting their understanding before commencing another part.
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A framework for growth of small and medium-size construction firms : a literature review
- Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction firms , Framework , Growth
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/85381 , uj:19338 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. A framework for growth of small and medium-size construction firms : a literature review.
- Description: Abstract: Small and medium-sized firms (SMEs) are considered as the engine of growth in most economies due to their significant contribution in terms of employment and natural development. SMEs growth within an economy is, therefore, paramount. Growth of SMEs firms has been deliberated in literature as an expansion. This development is classified as either organic (internal expansion) or inorganic (expansion by integration). Literature has also stressed on the eased at which these construction SMEs enter the market environment and quickly exit due to peculiar challenges including growth. Therefore, this study seeks to establish a framework for SMEs in the construction industry in order to foster their growth. The study adopted the use of extensive use of literature. This was supported by informal semi-structured interviews which involved construction industry professionals as the papulation. The research focused on the determinants of growth and how thesefactors will be established The study concludes thatfor growth to be ascertained in afirm, there must be an integration of both the internal and external variables to influence growth.
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- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction firms , Framework , Growth
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/85381 , uj:19338 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. A framework for growth of small and medium-size construction firms : a literature review.
- Description: Abstract: Small and medium-sized firms (SMEs) are considered as the engine of growth in most economies due to their significant contribution in terms of employment and natural development. SMEs growth within an economy is, therefore, paramount. Growth of SMEs firms has been deliberated in literature as an expansion. This development is classified as either organic (internal expansion) or inorganic (expansion by integration). Literature has also stressed on the eased at which these construction SMEs enter the market environment and quickly exit due to peculiar challenges including growth. Therefore, this study seeks to establish a framework for SMEs in the construction industry in order to foster their growth. The study adopted the use of extensive use of literature. This was supported by informal semi-structured interviews which involved construction industry professionals as the papulation. The research focused on the determinants of growth and how thesefactors will be established The study concludes thatfor growth to be ascertained in afirm, there must be an integration of both the internal and external variables to influence growth.
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The extent to which human relations in the construction industry contributes to productivity
- Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Human relations , Impact
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73595 , uj:18429 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. The extent to which human relations in the construction industry contributes to productivity.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry has an essential feature of been classified as a labour intensive sector. The workforce plays a vital role in the Construction process. As a result, the performance and improvement in construction productivity are achieved through prudent resource allocation, human efficiency and human relations. Human relations within an organization cease only on employee relationship, but it goes beyond and also promotes extrinsic factors that enhance productivity. The purpose of this study is to explore the extent to which human relations within the construction industry contributes to productivity. The research was exploratory in nature and made use of structured interviews with professionals from the construction sector selected via purposive sampling technique. The study established that successful human relations within the organization creates harmony, encourage employee satisfaction and enhances employee’s operational efficiency. The study recommends Managers of construction firms to institute good human relations in their corporate objectives due to its associated benefits that emanate from such practice.
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- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Human relations , Impact
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73595 , uj:18429 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. The extent to which human relations in the construction industry contributes to productivity.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry has an essential feature of been classified as a labour intensive sector. The workforce plays a vital role in the Construction process. As a result, the performance and improvement in construction productivity are achieved through prudent resource allocation, human efficiency and human relations. Human relations within an organization cease only on employee relationship, but it goes beyond and also promotes extrinsic factors that enhance productivity. The purpose of this study is to explore the extent to which human relations within the construction industry contributes to productivity. The research was exploratory in nature and made use of structured interviews with professionals from the construction sector selected via purposive sampling technique. The study established that successful human relations within the organization creates harmony, encourage employee satisfaction and enhances employee’s operational efficiency. The study recommends Managers of construction firms to institute good human relations in their corporate objectives due to its associated benefits that emanate from such practice.
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Challenges involved in the implementation of building control regulations : a case of Kpeshie sub metro district assembly in Ghana
- Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Ansary, N., Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Ansary, N. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Assessing , Building regulations , Implementation construction industry
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/216665 , uj:21536 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Ansary, N & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. Challenges involved in the implementation of building control regulations : a case of Kpeshie sub metro district assembly in Ghana.
- Description: Abstract: This study was embarked in order to discover challenges involved in the implementation of building regulations at the district assembly level precisely the Kpeshie sub metro district assembly in Ghana. Review of relevant and available literature on the subject matter was made to gain better insight into the topic in obtaining the needed information, the method used were field survey and was supported by the distribution of questionnaires to the district assembly. In all, thirty-five questionnaires were administered to personnel who work with three zonal capital towns and three sub-towns of the district assemblies via random sampling. The analysis of the data collected from the District Assembly revealed that 66.7% remarked they lack have enough personnel to see to the proper implementation of the Building Regulation. 100% responds from Town and Country Planning shown the various challenges they encounter including; lack of ownership (title to land) of developers, Poor compliance to design standards, Poor site description and Poor presentation of design proposals. The study recommends the following among other things that the District Assembly must institute and organize educational programmes such as symposia, community seminars regarding Building Regulations and other relevant themes to broaden the knowledge of both their personnel and the community. Also, the monitoring team of the District Assembly must ensure and approved buildings drawings are in compliant with the building regulations during the construction stage of the project.
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- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Ansary, N. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Assessing , Building regulations , Implementation construction industry
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/216665 , uj:21536 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Ansary, N & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. Challenges involved in the implementation of building control regulations : a case of Kpeshie sub metro district assembly in Ghana.
- Description: Abstract: This study was embarked in order to discover challenges involved in the implementation of building regulations at the district assembly level precisely the Kpeshie sub metro district assembly in Ghana. Review of relevant and available literature on the subject matter was made to gain better insight into the topic in obtaining the needed information, the method used were field survey and was supported by the distribution of questionnaires to the district assembly. In all, thirty-five questionnaires were administered to personnel who work with three zonal capital towns and three sub-towns of the district assemblies via random sampling. The analysis of the data collected from the District Assembly revealed that 66.7% remarked they lack have enough personnel to see to the proper implementation of the Building Regulation. 100% responds from Town and Country Planning shown the various challenges they encounter including; lack of ownership (title to land) of developers, Poor compliance to design standards, Poor site description and Poor presentation of design proposals. The study recommends the following among other things that the District Assembly must institute and organize educational programmes such as symposia, community seminars regarding Building Regulations and other relevant themes to broaden the knowledge of both their personnel and the community. Also, the monitoring team of the District Assembly must ensure and approved buildings drawings are in compliant with the building regulations during the construction stage of the project.
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Barriers to implementation of construction innovation and measures of mitigating these barriers
- Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Structured Interviewinterview , Construction innovation
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/72347 , uj:18267 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.0. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Barriers to implementation of construction innovation and measures of mitigating these barriers.
- Description: Abstract: Emphasis on the importance of innovation within the construction industry to a larger extent has received an increased call. The need for the construction industry to facilitate technological innovations in order to maintain a competitive edge in the market lower Construction cost, improve quality, maximize productivity and meet the infrastructure need of the economy has been further emphasized. Realization of this increased importance of innovation will be nullified if the barriers to implementation of innovation are not understudied with provisions of stringent measures to mitigate the barriers to innovation. This exploratory paper analyses the barriers to implementation of construction innovation in the construction industry and likewise proposes measures of reducing the barriers to construction innovation. The research methodology includes extensive literature review supported with and random interviews. In all thirty (30) contractors, clients and construction association professionals were contacted via structured interviews to ascertain the existence and severity of the barriers. Findings from the study revealed that some of the barriers to construction innovation include: industry barriers, organizational barriers, legislative and regulatory barriers amongst others. It is recommended that effective collaboration within the construction sector and its stakeholders should be fostered in order to facilitate construction innovation as evidenced from other industries. Moreover, the formulation and cooperation of governmental and institutional policies which does not suppress construction companies must be established.
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- Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Structured Interviewinterview , Construction innovation
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/72347 , uj:18267 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C.0. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Barriers to implementation of construction innovation and measures of mitigating these barriers.
- Description: Abstract: Emphasis on the importance of innovation within the construction industry to a larger extent has received an increased call. The need for the construction industry to facilitate technological innovations in order to maintain a competitive edge in the market lower Construction cost, improve quality, maximize productivity and meet the infrastructure need of the economy has been further emphasized. Realization of this increased importance of innovation will be nullified if the barriers to implementation of innovation are not understudied with provisions of stringent measures to mitigate the barriers to innovation. This exploratory paper analyses the barriers to implementation of construction innovation in the construction industry and likewise proposes measures of reducing the barriers to construction innovation. The research methodology includes extensive literature review supported with and random interviews. In all thirty (30) contractors, clients and construction association professionals were contacted via structured interviews to ascertain the existence and severity of the barriers. Findings from the study revealed that some of the barriers to construction innovation include: industry barriers, organizational barriers, legislative and regulatory barriers amongst others. It is recommended that effective collaboration within the construction sector and its stakeholders should be fostered in order to facilitate construction innovation as evidenced from other industries. Moreover, the formulation and cooperation of governmental and institutional policies which does not suppress construction companies must be established.
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An assessment of infrastructure financing in South Africa : a theoretical assessment
- Chiloane, K.O., Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Authors: Chiloane, K.O. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Infrastructure , Finance , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/215197 , uj:21377 , Citation: Chiloane, K.O & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. An assessment of infrastructure financing in South Africa : a theoretical assessment.
- Description: Abstract: Infrastructure development in many countries is considered as the most important factor which contributes to production growth by encouraging economic activities, productivity and improving the quality of life. Infrastructure is considered to have a positive and significant effect on productivity growth in all sectors of the economy. Infrastructure development is a means of promoting economic growth and it is essential for any country to investment in infrastructure that will leads to economic growth. Infrastructure is categorized in different category namely: physical infrastructure (which includes water system, electricity, roads and transport, etc.) and social infrastructure (which includes education and health facilities). In simple words infrastructure development aid to stimulates economic growth and create jobs for citizens. This is the indication that government must invest in infrastructure development and enjoy the benefits their investments will stimulates and also to maintain service delivery to the public. The objective of this study is to assess the sources of infrastructure financing in South Africa. The study is conducted with reference to existing theoretical literature, published and unpublished researches in order to assess the sources of infrastructure financing in South Africa. Findings revealed that there are major sources of infrastructure financing which includes: tax revenues; lenders to government or enterprises (loans or guarantees); private investors (equity); development agencies (loans); donors (grants); tariffs and public-private partnerships. The study is conducted with reference to existing literature, unpublished and published research. Hence, this study assess the sources of infrastructure financing in South Africa and presented a robust background on the current sources of infrastructure financing. The findings of this study thus contribute to the body of knowledge on infrastructure financing and other available sources of infrastructure financing other than the use of taxation revenues to finance infrastructure. Furthermore, the findings provides a robust understanding of the need and importance of financing infrastructure.
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- Authors: Chiloane, K.O. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Infrastructure , Finance , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/215197 , uj:21377 , Citation: Chiloane, K.O & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2016. An assessment of infrastructure financing in South Africa : a theoretical assessment.
- Description: Abstract: Infrastructure development in many countries is considered as the most important factor which contributes to production growth by encouraging economic activities, productivity and improving the quality of life. Infrastructure is considered to have a positive and significant effect on productivity growth in all sectors of the economy. Infrastructure development is a means of promoting economic growth and it is essential for any country to investment in infrastructure that will leads to economic growth. Infrastructure is categorized in different category namely: physical infrastructure (which includes water system, electricity, roads and transport, etc.) and social infrastructure (which includes education and health facilities). In simple words infrastructure development aid to stimulates economic growth and create jobs for citizens. This is the indication that government must invest in infrastructure development and enjoy the benefits their investments will stimulates and also to maintain service delivery to the public. The objective of this study is to assess the sources of infrastructure financing in South Africa. The study is conducted with reference to existing theoretical literature, published and unpublished researches in order to assess the sources of infrastructure financing in South Africa. Findings revealed that there are major sources of infrastructure financing which includes: tax revenues; lenders to government or enterprises (loans or guarantees); private investors (equity); development agencies (loans); donors (grants); tariffs and public-private partnerships. The study is conducted with reference to existing literature, unpublished and published research. Hence, this study assess the sources of infrastructure financing in South Africa and presented a robust background on the current sources of infrastructure financing. The findings of this study thus contribute to the body of knowledge on infrastructure financing and other available sources of infrastructure financing other than the use of taxation revenues to finance infrastructure. Furthermore, the findings provides a robust understanding of the need and importance of financing infrastructure.
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