Infrastructure development can be identified as a key driver of economic growth. Most developing countries have prioritised implementing new procurement arrangements to execute public infrastructure projects throughout ...

Research methodology is a general research strategy that defines how research should be carried out. It includes a system of beliefs and philosophical assumptions that shape the understanding of the research questions and ...

The construction industry contributes more than 6% of the GDP of the Sri Lankan economy, employing workers at different levels of the value chain. The economic crisis in the country from 2019-2022 has had a significant ...

The circular economy (CE) concept has emerged as an important aspect of sustainable development in the construction industry. Inadequate knowledge and understanding on properly integrating CE practices into the construction ...

Facilities Management (FM) is a multidisciplinary profession at the core of building operations management. As such, it requires a wide range of skills that differ significantly from region to region due to variable industry ...

Blockchain is often considered a potential disrupter in how industries operate, due to its decentralised nature and several other salient features like enhanced security, transparency, traceability, immutability etc. The ...

The construction industry has a crucial role in a country’s development process, nevertheless, it has a significant impact as it contributes to the emission of harmful gases, waste generation, and energy and resource ...

Disasters are inevitable and unique; however, their impact on livelihood can be minimised. Improving disaster resilience is used as one of the key approaches to minimise the impact of disasters. Several disaster resilience ...

Sustainable construction is important for creating buildings and structures that have less impact on the environment. To make sustainable construction more effective, new and innovative techniques need to be used. The ...

The construction industry is labour-intensive, and any conflict involving workers affects the project's overall performance. The present study identified potential conflicting factors and assessed the relative influence ...