A Delphi technique approach of identifying and validating subsidised low-income housing satisfaction indicators
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing satisfaction , Inductive approach
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/364604 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73318 , uj:18394 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C. 2015. A Delphi technique approach of identifying and validating subsidised low-income housing satisfaction indicators.
- Description: Abstract: This paper reports on the practical experience of the researchers on the adoption of the inductive approach to knowledge diffusion through the use of the Delphi technique approach. The Delphi method is an essential technique of reaching consensus by experts on issues that cannot be resolved in a once off discussion. The research commenced with an extensive review of existing literature in order to identify the core and sub-variables which depicts housing satisfaction, to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the Delphi study. A three iterative round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified housing satisfaction indicators. The experts used for this study were identified from different sources. The sources included the South African institutions of higher learning faculties, research institutes, the South Africa Department of Human Settlement, conference keynote speakers related to housing and human settlement issues in workshops, and individuals who have committed their lives working on the area of sustainable human settlement and housing related issues in South Africa. After three iterative Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved on the identified core-and sub-indicators identified from the literature and other added variables as suggested by the experts during the Delphi process. This study encourage the use of the Delphi technique as a method to achieve consensus in areas where consensus has not been reached such as in housing satisfaction studies to identify indicators for subsidised housing development in South Africa. The author argues that the Delphi method is a comprehensive method of attaining consensus on challenging issues of housing satisfaction; however, the technique requires proper communication management in order to achieve the required results.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing satisfaction , Inductive approach
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/364604 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73318 , uj:18394 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C. 2015. A Delphi technique approach of identifying and validating subsidised low-income housing satisfaction indicators.
- Description: Abstract: This paper reports on the practical experience of the researchers on the adoption of the inductive approach to knowledge diffusion through the use of the Delphi technique approach. The Delphi method is an essential technique of reaching consensus by experts on issues that cannot be resolved in a once off discussion. The research commenced with an extensive review of existing literature in order to identify the core and sub-variables which depicts housing satisfaction, to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the Delphi study. A three iterative round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified housing satisfaction indicators. The experts used for this study were identified from different sources. The sources included the South African institutions of higher learning faculties, research institutes, the South Africa Department of Human Settlement, conference keynote speakers related to housing and human settlement issues in workshops, and individuals who have committed their lives working on the area of sustainable human settlement and housing related issues in South Africa. After three iterative Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved on the identified core-and sub-indicators identified from the literature and other added variables as suggested by the experts during the Delphi process. This study encourage the use of the Delphi technique as a method to achieve consensus in areas where consensus has not been reached such as in housing satisfaction studies to identify indicators for subsidised housing development in South Africa. The author argues that the Delphi method is a comprehensive method of attaining consensus on challenging issues of housing satisfaction; however, the technique requires proper communication management in order to achieve the required results.
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A Delphi technique approach towards the need for and relevance of construction project monitoring and evaluation practices
- Tengan, Callistus, Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Authors: Tengan, Callistus , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Ghana , Monitoring and evaluation
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/254494 , uj:26641 , Citation: Tengan, C. & Aigbavboa, C. 2017. A Delphi technique approach towards the need for and relevance of construction project monitoring and evaluation practices.
- Description: Abstract: The practical experience of the researchers on the implementation of the inductive methodology to knowledge dissemination using the Delphi technique approach is reported in this study. The Delphi method is a vital procedure of reaching consensus on issues that cannot be resolved in a once-off discussion. The research commenced with five questions to ascertain the views of experts with the aim of reaching consensus on the need for and relevance of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) implementation in achieving project success in Ghana’s construction industry. Experts for the study were identified from the Ghanaian construction industry (quantity surveyors, architect, and engineers), research, and academic institutions of higher learning faculties in Ghana. After two iterative Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved on the need for and relevance of M&E to achieve project success as suggested by the experts during the Delphi process. Based on the difficulties faced in the process, the study recommends clear and concise instructions to Delphi experts on the process. Also, the length of the structured Delphi questionnaire should be as short as possible to ensure a high response rate with a constant reminder to experts before the close of the submission of responses. In conclusion, the authors argue that the Delphi technique is vital for studies in areas where consensus on the need for and relevance of construction project management practices is yet to be reached.
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- Authors: Tengan, Callistus , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Ghana , Monitoring and evaluation
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/254494 , uj:26641 , Citation: Tengan, C. & Aigbavboa, C. 2017. A Delphi technique approach towards the need for and relevance of construction project monitoring and evaluation practices.
- Description: Abstract: The practical experience of the researchers on the implementation of the inductive methodology to knowledge dissemination using the Delphi technique approach is reported in this study. The Delphi method is a vital procedure of reaching consensus on issues that cannot be resolved in a once-off discussion. The research commenced with five questions to ascertain the views of experts with the aim of reaching consensus on the need for and relevance of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) implementation in achieving project success in Ghana’s construction industry. Experts for the study were identified from the Ghanaian construction industry (quantity surveyors, architect, and engineers), research, and academic institutions of higher learning faculties in Ghana. After two iterative Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved on the need for and relevance of M&E to achieve project success as suggested by the experts during the Delphi process. Based on the difficulties faced in the process, the study recommends clear and concise instructions to Delphi experts on the process. Also, the length of the structured Delphi questionnaire should be as short as possible to ensure a high response rate with a constant reminder to experts before the close of the submission of responses. In conclusion, the authors argue that the Delphi technique is vital for studies in areas where consensus on the need for and relevance of construction project management practices is yet to be reached.
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An exploration of the use of Delphi methodology in housing satisfaction studies
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing studies , Low-income housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5340 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/8911
- Description: The Delphi technique has become generally accepted in the past decade by a broad range of institutions, government departments, and policy research organizations. The Delphi method was originally developed in the 50s by the RAND Corporation after a series of studies in Santa Monica, California. This approach consists of a survey conducted in two or more rounds and affords the participants in the second round with the results of the first so that they can alter the original assessments if they want to - or stick to their previous opinion. It is commonly presumed that the method makes better use of group interaction whereby the questionnaire is the medium of interaction. The Delphi method is especially useful for long-range forecasting, as expert opinions are the only source of information available. The objective of this paper is to outline how the Delphi technique process was used to predict and to understand issues encircling housing satisfaction in South Africa low-income housing. The paper objective is based on the premise that the technique has never been used to study housing satisfaction amongst the low income group in South Africa despite the numerous empirical studies that has been conducted; hence the framework. This is because the Delphi approach solicits expert’s view on subjects surrounded with confusion. The methodological approach adopted for the study was a content analysis of published peer reviewed journal articles with regards to the use of the techniques in housing studies. The Delphi technique is discussed because it is an approved and credible research technique which helps to overcome experts’ disagreement with issues.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing studies , Low-income housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5340 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/8911
- Description: The Delphi technique has become generally accepted in the past decade by a broad range of institutions, government departments, and policy research organizations. The Delphi method was originally developed in the 50s by the RAND Corporation after a series of studies in Santa Monica, California. This approach consists of a survey conducted in two or more rounds and affords the participants in the second round with the results of the first so that they can alter the original assessments if they want to - or stick to their previous opinion. It is commonly presumed that the method makes better use of group interaction whereby the questionnaire is the medium of interaction. The Delphi method is especially useful for long-range forecasting, as expert opinions are the only source of information available. The objective of this paper is to outline how the Delphi technique process was used to predict and to understand issues encircling housing satisfaction in South Africa low-income housing. The paper objective is based on the premise that the technique has never been used to study housing satisfaction amongst the low income group in South Africa despite the numerous empirical studies that has been conducted; hence the framework. This is because the Delphi approach solicits expert’s view on subjects surrounded with confusion. The methodological approach adopted for the study was a content analysis of published peer reviewed journal articles with regards to the use of the techniques in housing studies. The Delphi technique is discussed because it is an approved and credible research technique which helps to overcome experts’ disagreement with issues.
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Developing KPI for organizations with similar objective
- Ogbeifun, E., Mbohwa, Charles, Pretorius, J. H.
- Authors: Ogbeifun, E. , Mbohwa, Charles , Pretorius, J. H.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Benchmark , Delphi technique , Facilities Management
- Language: English
- Type: Conference preceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93030 , uj:20299 , Citation:Ogbeifun, E. Mbohwa, C. $ Pretorius, J. H. Developing KPI for organizations with similar objective.
- Description: Abstract:It is a difficult task to attempt developing generic Key Performance Indicators for all the functions of Facilities Management services in all organization it serves. Nevertheless, the exercise is possible for organizations with similar objectives. For example, the objectives of Higher Education institutions revolve around teaching, learning and research that require functional infrastructure, technology and services. The client, end-users and service providers in these organizations can develop acceptable indicators for their operation of the support facilities and that will facilitate the creation of an effective benchmark. The modified classic Delphi technique was used in achieving the consensus of opinion from the participants. The findings revealed that there were convergence of opinion on the essential indicators that can enhance the provision, operation and management of the required support facilities for the effective performance of the core functions of Higher Education institutions. It was recommended that the research should be extended to cover all Higher Education institutions within and across regions for more comprehensive information
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- Authors: Ogbeifun, E. , Mbohwa, Charles , Pretorius, J. H.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Benchmark , Delphi technique , Facilities Management
- Language: English
- Type: Conference preceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93030 , uj:20299 , Citation:Ogbeifun, E. Mbohwa, C. $ Pretorius, J. H. Developing KPI for organizations with similar objective.
- Description: Abstract:It is a difficult task to attempt developing generic Key Performance Indicators for all the functions of Facilities Management services in all organization it serves. Nevertheless, the exercise is possible for organizations with similar objectives. For example, the objectives of Higher Education institutions revolve around teaching, learning and research that require functional infrastructure, technology and services. The client, end-users and service providers in these organizations can develop acceptable indicators for their operation of the support facilities and that will facilitate the creation of an effective benchmark. The modified classic Delphi technique was used in achieving the consensus of opinion from the participants. The findings revealed that there were convergence of opinion on the essential indicators that can enhance the provision, operation and management of the required support facilities for the effective performance of the core functions of Higher Education institutions. It was recommended that the research should be extended to cover all Higher Education institutions within and across regions for more comprehensive information
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Quantitative and qualitative approach of validating and identifying health and safety performance improvement indicators : experience of using Delphi technique
- Authors: Agumba, J. N.
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Health and safety performance indicators , Small and medium sized contractors
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/388533 , uj:5004 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13144
- Description: The literature on health and safety is bound with different elements and indicators of measuring health and safety performance. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the success and challenges of using quantitative and qualitative approach of Delphi technique in validating and identifying health and safety (H&S) performance indicators that small and medium construction enterprises (SMEs) can use to measure and monitor their H&S performance improvement at project level. Furthermore, discuss the identification of experts in the field of H&S, ways of improving consensus analysis and minimizing experts’ non-response. This study is based on practical experience of the researchers pertaining to the Delphi technique method which is a constructivist or interpretive approach to knowledge. The study started with an extensive literature review to identify core elements and leading indicators characterizing H&S culture to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the first round of Delphi. A four round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified H&S indicators. The experts were identified from published articles of H&S, practitioners’ website of H&S and word of mouth. The use of email was used as a mode of communication. This study set to warn but also encourage the use of Delphi technique as a method to unearth information in areas where consensus has not been reached such as H&S performance measurement indicators for construction SMEs in South Africa.
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- Authors: Agumba, J. N.
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Health and safety performance indicators , Small and medium sized contractors
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/388533 , uj:5004 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13144
- Description: The literature on health and safety is bound with different elements and indicators of measuring health and safety performance. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the success and challenges of using quantitative and qualitative approach of Delphi technique in validating and identifying health and safety (H&S) performance indicators that small and medium construction enterprises (SMEs) can use to measure and monitor their H&S performance improvement at project level. Furthermore, discuss the identification of experts in the field of H&S, ways of improving consensus analysis and minimizing experts’ non-response. This study is based on practical experience of the researchers pertaining to the Delphi technique method which is a constructivist or interpretive approach to knowledge. The study started with an extensive literature review to identify core elements and leading indicators characterizing H&S culture to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the first round of Delphi. A four round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified H&S indicators. The experts were identified from published articles of H&S, practitioners’ website of H&S and word of mouth. The use of email was used as a mode of communication. This study set to warn but also encourage the use of Delphi technique as a method to unearth information in areas where consensus has not been reached such as H&S performance measurement indicators for construction SMEs in South Africa.
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Rethinking undergraduate curricula: A Delphi study of the Human Resource Management and Industrial and Organisational Psychology.
- Authors: Venter, A. , Barkhuizen, N.
- Date: 2005
- Subjects: Human Resource Management , Industrial Psychology , Organisational Psychology , Delphi technique
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:6511 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/2710
- Description: The aim of this qualitative study is to bring clarity to the confusion about the interconnectedness, similarities and differences between the fields of Human Resource Management (HRM) and Industrial and Organisational Psychology (I&OP), for the purposes of curriculum development. The Delphi technique was used to gather data from 13 participants (five international and eight national). Analysis was done interpretively using Atlas.ti. Results indicate that HRM and I&OP are distinct but interrelated fields of study and can therefore be presented in separate but interrelated undergraduate curricula.
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- Authors: Venter, A. , Barkhuizen, N.
- Date: 2005
- Subjects: Human Resource Management , Industrial Psychology , Organisational Psychology , Delphi technique
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:6511 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/2710
- Description: The aim of this qualitative study is to bring clarity to the confusion about the interconnectedness, similarities and differences between the fields of Human Resource Management (HRM) and Industrial and Organisational Psychology (I&OP), for the purposes of curriculum development. The Delphi technique was used to gather data from 13 participants (five international and eight national). Analysis was done interpretively using Atlas.ti. Results indicate that HRM and I&OP are distinct but interrelated fields of study and can therefore be presented in separate but interrelated undergraduate curricula.
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The Delphi technique: A credible research methodology
- Ogbeifun, E., Agwa-Ejon, J., Mbohwa, Charles, Pretorius, J. H.
- Authors: Ogbeifun, E. , Agwa-Ejon, J. , Mbohwa, Charles , Pretorius, J. H.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Participants
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/92867 , uj:20279 , Citation: Ogbeifun, E., et al. 2016. The Delphi technique : a credible research methodology. Proceedings of the 2016 International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, March 8-10, 2016
- Description: Abstract: The Delphi technique, as a research method for achieving consensus of opinion of participants, is sometimes seen as a less reliable research method because the participants do change their opinion from one round of the exercise to the other. Instead of seeing this as weakness, it is actually the strength of the technique. The controlled feedbacks allow participants to view their individual submissions in the light of the whole group. The Delphi technique is about the only research method that allows participants to interact with the opinion of each other, without coercion, adjust ones position where necessary and yet retain anonymity. Thoughtful selection of participants and effective communication throughout the exercise ensures that the outcome of the exercise is truly a consensus opinion of the group that can proffer appropriate solution to the research question. The participants for the Delphi exercise, being reported, were chosen from the strategic and tactical levels of leadership of the client, end-user and the service provider. Though participants changed their opinion from one round to the other; the net result showed a more refined selection of appropriate Key Performance Indicator, without evidence of complicity or coercion.
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- Authors: Ogbeifun, E. , Agwa-Ejon, J. , Mbohwa, Charles , Pretorius, J. H.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Participants
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/92867 , uj:20279 , Citation: Ogbeifun, E., et al. 2016. The Delphi technique : a credible research methodology. Proceedings of the 2016 International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, March 8-10, 2016
- Description: Abstract: The Delphi technique, as a research method for achieving consensus of opinion of participants, is sometimes seen as a less reliable research method because the participants do change their opinion from one round of the exercise to the other. Instead of seeing this as weakness, it is actually the strength of the technique. The controlled feedbacks allow participants to view their individual submissions in the light of the whole group. The Delphi technique is about the only research method that allows participants to interact with the opinion of each other, without coercion, adjust ones position where necessary and yet retain anonymity. Thoughtful selection of participants and effective communication throughout the exercise ensures that the outcome of the exercise is truly a consensus opinion of the group that can proffer appropriate solution to the research question. The participants for the Delphi exercise, being reported, were chosen from the strategic and tactical levels of leadership of the client, end-user and the service provider. Though participants changed their opinion from one round to the other; the net result showed a more refined selection of appropriate Key Performance Indicator, without evidence of complicity or coercion.
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Validating and identifying health and safety performance improvement indicators : experience of using Delphi technique
- Agumba, Justus N., Haupt, Theo
- Authors: Agumba, Justus N. , Haupt, Theo
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Indicators , Methodology
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87674 , uj:19608 , Citation: Agumba, J.N. & Haupt, T. 2015. Validating and identifying health and safety performance improvement indicators : experience of using Delphi technique.
- Description: Abstract: The literature on health and safety (H&S) is bound with different elements and indicators of measuring H&S performance. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the success and challenges of using quantitative and qualitative approach of Delphi technique in validating and identifying H&S performance indicators that small and medium construction enterprises (SMEs) can use to measure and monitor their H&S performance improvement at project level. Furthermore, discuss the identification of experts in the field of H&S, ways of improving consensus analysis and minimizing experts’ non‐response. This study is based on practical experience of the researchers pertaining to the Delphi technique method which is a constructivist or interpretive approach to knowledge. The study started with an extensive literature review to identify core elements and leading indicators characterizing H&S culture to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the first round of Delphi. A four round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified H&S indicators. The experts were identified from published articles of H&S, practitioners’ website of H&S and word of mouth. The use of email was used as a mode of communication. This study set to warn but also encourage the use of Delphi technique as a method to unearth information in areas where consensus has not been reached such as H&S performance measurement indicators for construction SMEs in South Africa.
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- Authors: Agumba, Justus N. , Haupt, Theo
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Indicators , Methodology
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87674 , uj:19608 , Citation: Agumba, J.N. & Haupt, T. 2015. Validating and identifying health and safety performance improvement indicators : experience of using Delphi technique.
- Description: Abstract: The literature on health and safety (H&S) is bound with different elements and indicators of measuring H&S performance. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the success and challenges of using quantitative and qualitative approach of Delphi technique in validating and identifying H&S performance indicators that small and medium construction enterprises (SMEs) can use to measure and monitor their H&S performance improvement at project level. Furthermore, discuss the identification of experts in the field of H&S, ways of improving consensus analysis and minimizing experts’ non‐response. This study is based on practical experience of the researchers pertaining to the Delphi technique method which is a constructivist or interpretive approach to knowledge. The study started with an extensive literature review to identify core elements and leading indicators characterizing H&S culture to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the first round of Delphi. A four round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified H&S indicators. The experts were identified from published articles of H&S, practitioners’ website of H&S and word of mouth. The use of email was used as a mode of communication. This study set to warn but also encourage the use of Delphi technique as a method to unearth information in areas where consensus has not been reached such as H&S performance measurement indicators for construction SMEs in South Africa.
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