- Author
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Choi, K. C.
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Ibbs, C. W.
- Title
- Cost Effectiveness of Computerization in Design and Construction.
- Coporate
- California Univ., Berkeley
- Report
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Source Document 50; Safety Task Force 84-8
August 1989
180 p.
- Keywords
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construction
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cost effectiveness
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methodology
- Identifiers
- computerization in the construction industry; important factors for cost effective computerization; Computer Aided Design (CAD); Computer Aided Engineering (CAE); Computer Aided Construction Management (CACM)
- Abstract
- The primary study goal is to collect and share lessons learned about recent computerization efforts among CII companies. Findings presented in this report will assist the entire Industry in using computers more cost effectively and avoiding some of the costly mistakes of the past. Through this report, senior management in the Construction Industry can learn the present status of computerization and the trends for the next three to five years. This report also identifies the areas that need Industry-wide attention to improve the value of computerization.