An intelligent risk assessment system for distributed construction teams
Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
ISSN: 0969-9988
Article publication date: 1 August 2005
Abstract
Purpose
The paper proposes addressing the design and implementation of a web‐based risk assessment system that enables remote project team members to assess the risks at the conceptual design stage.
Design/methodology/approach
The prototype system is based on a client/server architecture and uses fuzzy logic and web‐based technology. A risk assessment scenario is used to demonstrate the operation and benefits of the prototype system.
Findings
The research found that the use of a web‐based risk assessment system for distributed project team members has major benefits in terms of use of linguistic terms to express risk assessment, ease of communication, ease of maintenance, and greater consistency, among others.
Research limitations/implications
There is scope for enhancing the system through the development of a risk management module, improving the user interface and making specific provisions for different project types.
Practical implications
The move in industry towards collaborative working practices is supported by systems such as this. Risk assessment is an important area that requires the input of all team members, if evenly distributed.
Originality/value
This paper has presented an innovative approach to risk assessment for distributed project teams. It will be of interest to all parties involved in construction projects, particularly those involved in risk assessment.
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Citation
Shang, H., Anumba, C.J., Bouchlaghem, D.M., Miles, J.C., Cen, M. and Taylor, M. (2005), "An intelligent risk assessment system for distributed construction teams", Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Vol. 12 No. 4, pp. 391-409. https://doi.org/10.1108/09699980510608839
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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