| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/M42107/01 |
| Title: |
INNOVATION IN SMALL CONSTRUCTION FIRMS |
| Principal Investigator: |
Barrett, Professor P |
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| Department: |
Res Inst for the Built and Human Env |
| Organisation: |
University of Salford |
| Scheme: |
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| Starts: |
31 August 1999 |
Ends: |
27 February 2001 |
Value (£): |
58,920
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| Construction Ops & Management |
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The project will bring together eight SMEs to work collectively towards the above objectives. They will be introduced to: two large construction firms who are exponents of successful innovation; leading international practice from Scandinavia; and they will work with an experienced group of academics with specialist knowledge of innovation. Within this very stimulating environment the main thrust of the project will be to:Assess the current state of innovation management within the construction SMEs through an audit of the business and organisational drivers of innovation. This will be linked to examples of innovation within the firms.Based on the above understanding, work with the SMEs closely in an action research mode to develop best practice in creating and supporting innovation.The project will deliver a good practice guide giving senior managers in construction SMEs a clear vision of the importance of innovation and effective innovation management, so that they can effectively lead the development of an ongoing capacity to innovate successfully. The guide will also provide practical examples so that, at an operational level, effective innovations can be designed.
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http://www.salford.ac.uk |