The development of assessment framework for construction sustainability
Sustainability of construction firms is closely linked to its ability to procure projects that will generate sufficient turnover over time. The uncertainty concerning future procurement of projects remains the primary concern of any construction firm. Whilst this factor cannot be overcome in one...
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| Format: | Conference or Workshop Item |
| Language: | English |
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2008
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| Online Access: | http://eprints.usm.my/34751/ http://eprints.usm.my/34751/1/HBP36.pdf |
| Summary: | Sustainability of construction firms is closely linked to its ability to procure projects that
will generate sufficient turnover over time. The uncertainty concerning future procurement of
projects remains the primary concern of any construction firm. Whilst this factor cannot be
overcome in one single effort, there is no certainty that projects can continue to be procured if the
construction firm are not well equip to face the challenges to remain competitive, innovative and is
capable of strategically positioning itself to remain in business and thus sustaining its presence in
the industry. The issue of the firm's sustainability is also closely linked to the general facets of
sustainable development may exist in parallel; the main dominant thrust is sustainability and
sustainable development may exist in parallel; the main dominant thrust is sustainability. A firm can
sustain itself of it wholly adopts the concept of sustainable development; whilst maintaining its
relevance in the industry it is operating. The objective of this paper is to analyze the frameworks,
concepts and approaches of sustainability of construction firms that are embedded in social,
economic and environment. The findings of this paper can provide insights for further research in
understanding sustainability of constriction firms. |
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