posted on 2011-11-02, 14:05authored byAlistair G.F. Gibb, Frank Isack
This paper presents the results from interviews of fifty-nine senior personnel from major construction clients.
There are two main themes: client drivers for construction projects and their implications for standardisation of
processes and components.
The client sample is described and reasons for procuring construction projects are established along with the
extent of their involvement in the construction process - and hence their ability to influence the outcomes. Their
views on value for money, preconceptions of standardisation and their opinion on its future potential are
explored.
Many clients recognise the need to involve constructors and manufacturers early, although fewer actually
achieve this. Misconceptions about standardisation exist, but many clients are recognising the benefits possible
from standardisation. However, very few actually measure benefits and so are unable to truly evaluate success.
There is a future for increased standardisation, but only if the industry recognises the unique aspects of each
client and responds positively to meet those needs.
History
School
Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering
Citation
GIBB, A.G.F. and ISACK, F., 2001. Client drivers for construction projects: implications for standardisation. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8 (1), pp. 46-58