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Does Formal Interorganizational Relationship Shape Interpersonal Knowledge Exchange in Multiteam Construction Projects? A Multi-Level Network Analysis Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2024-03-25 Kangning Liu, Julien Pollack, Qingpeng Man, Jianyao Jia, Shoujian Zhang
This study investigates the differences in structural patterns of intra-and inter-team knowledge exchange networks in multiteam construction projects and explores the cross-levelinteraction between...
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An Analysis of the Impact of Team Composition and Psychosocial Factors on Engineering Team Effectiveness Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 William K. Ocloo, Jennifer A. Cross
There is limited research on the mix of team composition and psychosocial factors influencing engineering team effectiveness. This study explored how team composition (gender, age, race, experience...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 36, No. 1, 2024)
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Corporate Makerspaces: An Empirical Mixed-Method Study of Its Elements and Their Impact on Users and Companies Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Finn Rieken, Johannes Heck, Mareike Heinzen, Mirko Meboldt
Corporate makerspaces (CMSs) have gained attention from both academics and practitioners. The paper introduces the first empirically-tested CMS framework, describing elements and their impact on us...
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Efficient Human Resource Allocation in Projects Using Centralized Data Envelopment Analysis Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-11 Ceren Tuncer Şakar, Semih Berkan Bozat
Human resource allocation is a critical component of project management, especially for projects that rely on the knowledge and expertise of skilled personnel. Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) is a ...
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Organizational Capabilities and Resilience of Small and Medium-Sized Construction Firms in Ghana: The Mediating Role of Innovation and Moderating Effect of Environmental Factors Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-04 Humphrey Danso, Samuel Yaw Akomea, Ahmed Agyapong
This study examined the relationship between organizational capabilities and resilience of small and medium-sized construction firms in Ghana. It emphasized that innovation would mediate the relati...
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Lean Office: Proposition and Application of a Process-Mapping Method Based on the Shingo Production Mechanism (SPM) Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-11 Tassiane Strassburguer, Fabiano de Lima Nunes, Ariel Peixoto Possebon, José Antonio Valle Antunes Jr (Junico Antunes), Cristine Hermann Nodari
This study proposes a process-mapping method based on the SPM to identify waste in office environments. Design Science Research was used to develop a method (M0) for mapping processes in office env...
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Managing Stakeholder Pressure for Megaproject Success and Green Innovation: The Key Role of Social Responsibility Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-07 Azhar Ali, Li Ma, Mohsin Shahzad, Shahid Hussain
Organizations have prioritized green innovation (GI) following the increasing stakeholder pressure (SP) on sustainable growth through megaproject social responsibility (MSR). A sustainable megaproj...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-06 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 35, No. 4, 2023)
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Engineering Management Education: Washington Accord Accreditation Programs Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-04 June Ho, Viken Kortian, Nazmul Huda, Ann Lee
This is the first paper to comprehensively review worldwide accredited Engineering Management (EM) programs under the Washington Accord (WA). Data on EM programs within the accreditation period are...
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The New PAD: A Method to Implement the Lean Construction Principles Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-06 Marcelo Fabiano Costella, Analice Pinzon Balena, Isaac Brugnera Stefanello, Rubens Postali, Francieli Dalcanton
Since companies face difficulties and barriers that prevent the implementation of the Lean philosophy because of resistance within the sector to the use of new techniques and tools, more transparen...
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A Risk Minimization Model for a Multi-Skilled, Multi-Mode Resource-Constrained Project Scheduling Problem with Discrete Time-Cost-Quality-Risk Trade-Off Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-01 Ronaldo V. Polancos, Rosemary R. Seva
A novel model called Multi-Skilled, Multi-Mode Resource-Constrained Project Scheduling Problem with Discrete Time-Cost-Quality-Risk Trade-Off (MS-MRCPSP-DTCQRTP) was formulated, focusing primarily ...
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Determinants of Front-Line Supervisor Effectiveness in Engineering Team-Based Organizations Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-10-26 Philani N. Zincume, Johannes L. Jooste, Eileen M. Van Aken
This study presents a structural equation model for understanding the determinants of front-line supervisor effectiveness in engineering team-based organizations. The study uses partial least squar...
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Cross-Country Study of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development in Various Industries Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Anđelka Stojanović, Isidora Milošević, Sanela Arsić, Ivan Mihajlović
There is a wide spectrum of industries and company-level features that influence the application of Corporate Social Responsibility to improve the business’s sustainability. This study aims to exam...
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Improvement of Manufacturing Process Based on Value Stream Mapping: A Case Study Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-10-17 Chia-Nan Wang, Tran Thi Bich Chau Vo, Yu-Chi Chung, Yousef Amer, Linh Thi Truc Doan
Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is a key tool in Lean Manufacturing (LM) that helps identify opportunities for process improvement. This research aims to propose an integrated method using LM tools (suc...
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The Mine Emergency Management Capability Based on EWM-CNN Comprehensive Evaluation Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Longqing Shi, Song Fu, Jin Han, Tianhao Liu, Shaowei Zhan, Chuanchen Wang
By establishing an evaluation system for emergency management capability for coal mine enterprises, the problems and shortfalls in coal mine emergency management can be identified. Moreover, this e...
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An Integrated Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Set Model for Evaluating Circular Low Carbon Suppliers in a Developing Country Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Selçuk Perçin
Increasing carbon emissions and environmental degradation have led to rapid depletion of resources. This requires circular low carbon (CLC) supply chains which extend the lifecycle of resources as ...
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Location-Based Tracking and Monitoring Infrastructural Construction Works by Using Business Intelligence Tool Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-15 Omer Giran, Osman Hürol Türkakın, Murat Anbarcı
Tracking and monitoring construction projects are essential tasks to make decisions on the projects. There are various techniques to collect and store data from the construction site. In the curren...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-24 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 35, No. 3, 2023)
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Investigating the Impact of Lean Leadership on Construction Project Success Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-22 Emel Sadikoglu, Jonathan Jäger, Sevilay Demirkesen, Carolin Baier, Svenja Oprach, Shervin Haghsheno
Abstract Lean has been widely practiced in construction in the last decade. Aiming to maximize value while minimizing waste, Lean tools and techniques are of utmost importance in terms of promoting construction project performance. However, the use of tools and techniques without a change in culture does not ensure the lasting change. At this point, Lean Leadership plays a crucial role for ensuring
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Fiscal Risk Management of Public–Private Partnership Projects: A Multidimensional Identification and Assessment Framework Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-19 LiPing Xu, Ning Liu, Linyu Zhou, LanQi Lu
Abstract In public–private partnership (PPP) projects, governments often need to provide guarantees to investors because of the risks created by the large scale of the investments and the long tenures of the projects. Yet, research on the assessment of fiscal risk in PPP projects remains scarce. Based on the theory of project life-cycle management, this study constructed a multidimensional identification
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The Mediation Role of Engineers’ Performance Factors in the Influence of Social Capital on the Desire to Share Tacit Knowledge Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-17 Fredrick Ahenkora Boamah, Jianhua Zhang, Sherani Sherani, Ziao Cao
Abstract Organizations that wish to remain competitive in the knowledge age must be willing to make significant efforts to acquire, communicate, exchange, and sustain knowledge. Specifically, tacit knowledge significantly influences an engineering firm’s core performance and is one of the growth characteristics. However, relatively few studies have been conducted to examine the processes that mediate
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Book Review: How Big Things Get Done by Bent Flyvbjerg and Dan Gardner Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-11 Simon P. Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Ahead of Print, 2023)
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A Method for Formulating a Manufacturing Strategy Using Fuzzy DEMATEL and Fuzzy VIKOR Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-05 Luis E. Quezada, Héctor A. López-Ospina, Juan E. Valenzuela, Astrid M. Oddershede, Pedro I. Palominos
Abstract The purpose of this paper is to propose a quantitative method for formulating a manufacturing strategy. It is based on the accepted framework for manufacturing strategy formation containing competitive priorities and manufacturing decisions. The existing literature shows a limited number of papers using quantitative methods for modeling the framework. The proposed method utilizes a combination
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Facilitators, Barriers, and Benefits of Quality Management Systems Implementation: Healthcare Experts’ Perspectives Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-05-31 Mustafa Rawshdeh, Heather Keathley, Shahed Obeidat, Raed Al Athamneh, Mumen Rababah, Sandy Furterer
Quality Management System (QMS) has grown to be one of the most renowned quality techniques by applying various characteristics and quality philosophy dimensions. A QMS helps coordinate and direct ...
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The Effects of Organizational Structure on MBSE Adoption in Industry: Insights from Practitioners Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-05-23 Kaitlin Henderson, Alejandro Salado
Despite a general increase of use across the industry, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) continues to be reported as difficult to adopt in organizations. Data related to adoption is largely ta...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-05-16 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 35, No. 2, 2023)
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A Multi-Case Study of Business Innovation Models for Manufacturing Capacity Sharing Platforms, Based on a Resource Orchestration Perspective Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-04-10 Yongmin Lin, Xin Zhao, Lin Chen
The sharing economy and the manufacturing industry are integrating and promoting the transformation of the manufacturing industry. However, scholars have not yet conducted many studies about this a...
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Exploring Lean Practices’ Importance in Sustainable Supply Chain Management Trends: An Empirical Study in Canadian Construction Industry Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-03-29 Phuoc-Luong Le, Duy-Tan Nguyen
To contend with the current economic conditions, construction managers are recommended to identify sustainable construction supply chain management (CSCM) trends over the forthcoming years and adop...
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Investigating the Impact of Task-Oriented, Relationship-Oriented, and Innovation-Oriented Leadership Competencies on Project Success in Pakistan: A Moderated Model of Multi-Dimensional Senior Management Support Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-03-28 Riaz Ahmed, Simon P. Philbin, Osman Sadiq Paracha
This study investigates the impact of multi-dimensional senior management support on the relationship between clusters of leadership competencies and the success of public sector projects. Survey d...
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Forecasting the Investors’ Escalation of Commitment in PPP Project at Different Project Stages: A Regression Model Based on the Influence of Social Factors Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-03-13 Jiaqi Liu, Jicai Liu, Jun Hu
In the public-private partnership (PPP) project, social factors are an important reason that leads to the escalation of commitment (EOC) of investors. Firstly, the study identified ten social facto...
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Examining the Relationship Between Supply Chain Integration, Innovation Speed and Supply Chain Performance Under Demand Uncertainty Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-02-21 Vu Dinh Khoa, Nguyen Thi Mai Anh
Under demand uncertainty, supply chain network has to face disruptions in product systems of endogenous factors due to the time needed to adapt to stock production and feedback decisions along the ...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-02-03 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 35, No. 1, 2023)
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A Weighted Fuzzy Social Network Analysis-Based Approach for Modeling and Analyzing Relationships Among Risk Factors Affecting Project Delays Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2023-01-26 Hamdi Bashir, Sadeque Hamdan, Udechukwu Ojiako, Salah Haridy, Mohammad Shamsuzzaman, Hassan Ahmed Al Zarooni
In the last decade, it has been increasingly recognized that efforts to address project delays without understanding the relationships among risk factors (RFs) could be futile. In light of the limi...
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An Exploratory Study on Two-Dimensional Project Management Maturity Model Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-12-20 Ruihua Liao, Hong Chen, Changqing Sun, Yiming Sun
Based on the analysis of the existing project management maturity models and software capability maturity models, this study proposes a novel two-dimensional project management maturity (TPMM) mode...
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Understanding Redundancy Requirements in the Design of Non-Serviceable Systems Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-12-15 Alejandro Salado, Aditya U. Kulkarni
Non-serviceable systems are often constrained by three requirements that address the need to reliably fulfill its mission: A lifetime requirement, a reliability at end-of-life requirement, and a re...
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Artificial Intelligence and the UK Construction Industry – Empirical Study Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-12-15 Haddy Jallow, Suresh Renukappa, Subashini Suresh, Farzad Rahimian
There is a lack of research on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the construction sector in the UK. Therefore, this research seeks to explore AI uses and its benefits on the UK constru...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-12-02 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 34, No. 4, 2022)
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Cyber-Physical Systems as Key Element to Industry 4.0: Characteristics, Applications and Related Technologies Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-12-02 Gleison Matana, Alexandre Tadeu Simon, Daniel René Tasé Velázquez, Lorena Hernández Mastrapa, André Luís Helleno
This paper aims to review the state-of-the-art in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) as a key element to Industry 4.0 and to provide engineering managers with adequate and sufficient knowledge about CPS,...
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MOSAIC: A Structured Multidisciplinary Analysis for Managing the Integration of Inter-Organizational Changes Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-12-02 Merishna Ramtahalsing, Willem Haanstra, Jan Braaksma, Mohammad Rajabalinejad, Leo van Dongen
Sociotechnical systems like railways are becoming increasingly complex as numerous changes are constantly being integrated to improve or maintain desired performances. A crucial aspect enabling thi...
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The Arm-wrestling Between Public and Private Partners: An Investigation of Critical Success Factors and Risk Allocation Preference in PPP Projects Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-10-26 Rafael Rossi Buzzetto, Marly Monteiro de Carvalho
This study aims at investigating the public and private perspectives on both the critical success factors (CSFs) and risk factors (RFs) in large Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects. It aims a...
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Editor’s Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-09-13 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 34, No. 3, 2022)
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Interplay of Resources and Institutions in Improving Organizational Resilience of Construction Projects: A Dynamic Perspective Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-09-13 Dedong Wang, Yan Wu, Kangning Zhang
The increasing number of destructive events, such as natural disasters and social public events, may result in project delays and impair project performance. Accordingly, building and enhancing the...
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Leadership for Quality 4.0 Improvement, Learning, and Innovation Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-08-24 Maja Glogovac, Jelena Ruso, Sanela Arsić, Ana Rakić, Isidora Milošević
Abstract In modern business, Industry 4.0 has brought in a technological transformation in which digital technologies provide improving quality in many aspects. Therefore, this research aims to explore the influence of leadership on quality achievements within Industry 4.0, connoting Quality 4.0. Accordingly, this research observes the mutual relations among all QMS elements encompassed in ISO 9004:2018
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Survival and Revival: Transition Path of the Chinese Construction Industry During the COVID-19 Pandemic Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-08-18 Zhimin Wang, Xiaoshan Cai, Zixiao Liu
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused extensive influence on the world’s economy and society. Many industries suffer from enormous losses in China, while the construction industry achieves a “V’ shape r...
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How Does Relational Governance Affect Knowledge Collaboration in Integrated Project Delivery? A Transactive Memory System Process Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-08-10 Jiajia Cheng, Lianying Zhang, Jianghong Chen, Lixuan Jiang, Yuan Lin
Abstract Integrated project delivery mode (IPD) depends on high-level knowledge collaboration among project parties. Therefore, knowledge collaboration is critical for IPD to improve knowledge management performance and sustainable competitive advantage. However, effective knowledge collaboration is difficult to achieve because of the diverse knowledge and expertise area of IPD project parties. For
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A Novel Quality Function Deployment Based Integrated Framework for Improving Supply Chain Sustainability Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-07-26 Koppiahraj Karuppiah, Bathrinath Sankaranarayanan, Syed Mithun Ali
Abstract Sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) plays an important role in the success of the company’s sustainability progress. Industrial management faces difficulty designing a resilient, sustainable supply chain (SSC) with emerging new needs. Hence, the industrial management needs to integrate the customers’ requirements (CRs) in designing the SSC as customer satisfaction plays an important
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Editors’ Introduction Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-07-19 Brian Smith, Jennifer Cross, Simon Philbin
Published in Engineering Management Journal (Vol. 34, No. 2, 2022)
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Research on the Relationship Between Flexible Contract Term Setting Method and Setting Effect of Environmental Protection PPP Project Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-07-19 Lingyi Tang, Xiaer Xiahou, Kang Li, Qiming Li, Xiaoyang Hu
Abstract Environmental protection PPP projects (EP-PPP) are subject to uncertainty during the project cycle, setting flexible project contract terms in their contracts can help establish and maintain an effective partnership. This article aims to reveal the contract flexibility mechanism of EP-PPP projects by studying the relationship between flexible contract term setting methods and their effects
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Perceived Values to Evaluate Smart Product-Service Systems of Smart Kitchen Appliances Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-06-07 Ying Yu, Tung-Jung Sung
Abstract In recent years, the need to develop a user-centric Smart Product-Service Systems (smart PSS) with user experience (UX) has been widely recognized by both industry and academia. Although perceived value is a key driver of smart product/service development with unique experience, existing research has rarely systematically explored the perceived value of smart PSS that can be identified, which
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Comparative Analysis of Planning with the Critical Path Method, Last Planner System, and Location-Based Techniques in Brazil, Finland, and the United States Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-06-07 Natalie M. Scala, Vincent Schiavone, Hylton Olivieri, Olli Seppänen, Thais da C. L. Alves, Min Liu, Ariovaldo Denis Granja
Abstract The Critical Path Method (CPM), the Last Planner System (LPS) and location-based methods, such as the Line of Balance (LB), are discussed extensively in the technical literature about schedules. However, no discussion exists focusing on the differences and similarities of these methods in terms of their use in different countries. Using chi-squared and Fisher’s exact tests, this research compared
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Project Portfolio Reliability: A Bayesian Approach for LeAgile Projects Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-05-20 Sagar Chhetri, Dongping Du, Susan Mengel
Abstract We propo se an applied Bayesian learning approach for continuous planning and evolution of information system projects and portfolios. Unlike traditional project management approaches for information system, the proposed approach considers the cumulative effect of all past experiences to achieve continuous performance and reliability prediction. The results of quantitative comparisons with
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Exploring Technology Opportunities Based on User Needs: Application of Opinion Mining and SAO Analysis Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-05-04 Hyejin Jang, Sujin Park, Byungun Yoon
Abstract In recent years, as the importance of user innovation has become more important, enterprises have started to demand efficient and systematic user needs analysis for their products or services. Although opinion mining research based on a large number of online reviews available has been actively conducted recently, most existing studies that analyze user needs for technology development have
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Editor’s Introduction for the March 2022 Issue Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-04-25 Brian K. Smith, Edward Pohl
(2022). Editor’s Introduction for the March 2022 Issue. Engineering Management Journal: Vol. 34, No. 1, pp. 1-1.
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Design for Six Sigma: A Review of the Definitions, Objectives, Activities, and Tools Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-03-28 A. C. Dzulinski, A. Braghini Junior, D. M. G. Chiroli
Abstract This paper presents a theoretical review of the definitions, objectives, activities, and tools applied in the Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodology. It also proposes a theoretical framework that provides a simplified and generic guide, which is not easily found in the scientific literature. The methodology used consists of 3 phases: (a) Systemic review, structured to search and select references
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Readiness and Maturity of Smart and Sustainable Supply Chains: A Model Proposal Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-03-24 Sercan Demir, Mehmet Akif Gunduz, Yasanur Kayikci, Turan Paksoy
Abstract Many companies embrace Industry 4.0 technologies to enable operational sustainability against increasing climate change effects, decreasing natural resources, and raising consumer awareness of environmental issues. Even though readiness and maturity assessment of smartness and sustainability concepts are nested, no study simultaneously focuses on these concepts. As pioneering research, we
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Relationship Management in Construction Projects: Systematic Literature Review Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-03-23 Omar Daboun, Aminah Md Yusof, Ali Raza Khoso
Abstract Rivalry competitiveness, significant capital investments, and cultural diversity are defining the construction industry’s evolving nature. Therefore, construction organizations have to manage their construction projects’ relationships carefully. Construction management researchers have progressively recognized the intelligible link between Relationship Management and construction project performance
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The Critical Risk Factors that Influence Production-oriented Projects in the United Arab Emirates: A ‘Best-worst Method’ (BWM) Analysis Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-03-21 Sharfuddin Ahmed Khan, Udechukwu Ojiako, Alasdair Marshall, Doraid Dalalah, Serkan Ceylan, Naser Nader Ali Shabani, Salama Imad Al Sharqawi
Abstract The aim of this paper is to categorize and prioritize the critical risk factors that influence production-oriented projects. Utilizing data obtained from the metal production (manufacturing) and fabrication industry in United Arab Emirates, we employ multicriteria decision analysis encompassing the ‘Best-Worst Method’ (BWM) for factor ranking and categorization. The outcome of this exercise
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Multi-Criteria Decision Making for Medical Device Development Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-03-21 Houssem Barkaoui, Helmi Ben Rejeb, Abdelwahed Barkaoui, João Manuel R.S. Tavares
Abstract The development of a new product is a complicated multi-stakeholder process with a significant risk of failure. This is particularly true in the medical device sector, where there are strict therapeutic, psychological, and normative constraints. This article presents a multi-criteria decision making process called “Define, Prioritize, Measure, and Aggregate” (DPMA). DPMA is designed to help
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Selection of Best Practices that Enhance Phase-Based Cost and Schedule Performances in Complex Construction Projects Eng. Manag. J. (IF 2.5) Pub Date : 2022-03-16 Elnaz Safapour, Sharareh Kermanshachi, Issa Ramaji
Abstract A common assumption made by construction professionals is that complex projects are more likely than simple ones to entail cost overruns and delays. Although several researchers have studied the critical causes of complexity and have identified their indicators (CIs), few of them have investigated how they actually impact a project’s schedule and cost performance during the design, procurement