| Author | Shihong, Wei |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.ST-00-48 |
| Subject(s) | Construction industry--China
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| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of
Engineering. |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | In recent years, within construction industry the combination of projects
complexity, the information demands for many participants involved and growing client
expectation in delivery time, has placed emphasis on the need for effective management
information systems. In particular, during the construction stage of a project life cycle,
applying proper processes with accurate and effective information system becomes
critical so that construction personnel enables to perform the functions in an efficient
manner.
This study deals with planning and control information system implementation
and application of computer technology in construction organization. It presents proper
processes with efficient and effective information system in planning and control area.
Processes focus on estimating, scheduling, resource planning, monitoring, analysis and
forecasting and reporting. Construction personnel's responsibilities and management
actions for effective performance and communication are explored. Information
utilization and means of processing information is also stated. Especially, the research
focuses on application of construction-oriented management software.
A survey of system implementation in Chinese construction organizations was
conducted. Based on the results of survey, deficiency of the existing system and areas of
current problems in practical application of computer technology were identified. Key
construction personnel's performance with defined responsibility within the existing
system was also assessed. |
| Year | 2000 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology (SET) |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Structural Engineering (STE) /Former Name = Structural Engineering and Construction (ST) |
| Chairperson(s) | Chotchai Charoenngam; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Manavazhi, Mohan Raj;Pichai Nimityongskul; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Government of Japan; |
| Degree | Thesis (M.Eng.) – Asian Institute of Technology, 2000 |