Beschreibung:
Construction has been an industry characterised by disputes, fierce competitiveness and fragmentation - all major obstacles to development. Now, however, a relationship-based approach to project procurement, through partnering and alliancing, aims to bring about a fundamental change.
Authors and Contributors; Preface; Introduction; Procurement choices; Enterprise networks, partnering and alliancing; Project alliancing member organisation selection; Managing risk and crises resolution; Enabling improved business relationships; Developing cross--team relationships; Developing a quality culture; Developing an innovative culture through relationship--based procurement systems; Implications of human capital issues; Index.