Browsing by Author "Aigbavboa, C"

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Barriers to emerging smart solutions adoption for energy efficiency in the construction industry
(Ceylon Institute of Builders - Sri Lanka, 2023-07-21) Oguntona, OA; Ngobeni, F; Akinradewo, O; Ogunbayo, B; Aigbavboa, C
Globally, the construction industry (CI) has been blamed to be directly responsible for climate change and its consequential adverse impacts. As a sector known to be energy-intensive and energy-dependent, it is logically right for energy efficiency reforms and strategies to begin in the CI. While energy challenges are largely constituting a hindrance to the accelerated growth and socio-economic development of Africa, the continent continually commits to unsustainable means in meeting its energy demands. Therefore, the adoption of energy efficiency solutions is pivotal for the continent to meet its sustainability agenda. Hence, this study is aimed at identifying the various barriers hindering the adoption of Emerging Smart Solutions (ESS) for energy efficiency in the South African construction industry (SACI). The quantitative research method was utilised in this research study. A questionnaire survey was administered to registered and active construction professionals in the SACI for data collection. Both descriptive and exploratory factor analysis were used to analyse the retrieved data. Findings from the study revealed 17 barriers with high initial cost, lack of financial incentives, and theft and security concerns as the top three barriers hindering the adoption of ESS for energy efficiency in the SACI. The study concluded that a multi-stakeholder approach is embraced to mitigate these barriers so that the potential benefits of ESS can be maximised in the sector. It is recommended that government intervention and support be increased to pave the way for the proliferation of ESS and other energy-efficient strategies
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Barriers to the adoption of emerging technologies for sustainable construction in SMEs.
(2023-07-21) Adekunle, S; Aigbavboa, C; Ejohwomu, O; Ogunbayo, B
The construction industry activities contribute to and impact the environment; hence the industry continuously strives to adopt sustainable principles into its process and products. Another critical aspect to achieving this in the current technological revolution is the adoption of technology for achieving sustainable construction. Various technologies are available and have been explored to achieve sustainable construction. However, there is a dearth of studies on adopting technology for sustainable construction by construction SMEs and from the perspective of developing countries. This study investigates the adoption of technology for sustainable construction by SMEs in the South African construction industry. A total of eighty responses were collected through well-structured questionnaires administered randomly. It was observed that all barriers are significant, but the most significant barrier is the high cost of adopting technologies. The study recommends the provision of financial incentives and support for SMEs. Also, SMEs must not resist change birthed by the adoption of technology for sustainable construction.
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Effective leadership behaviours in construction safety practices
(Ceylon Institute of Builders, 2015-06) Mustapha, Z; Aigbavboa, C; Thwala, WD; Sandanayake, YG; Fernando, NG; Karunasena, GI
Effective leadership behaviours have been shown in literature to be a contributing factor to construction safety practices. However, researchers have neglected the leadership behaviours and have their focus on the construction projects features of management. The inclusion of leadership as a part of an organisation has been the subject of interest all over the world. This development has driven researchers’ interest to come out in a holistic manner to give the clear understanding of leadership. The review of literature in the existing body of knowledge becomes paramount in order to continue with the research on the subject matter. The review will also enable the road map for the future to be drafted. This development has led to the review of empirical studies conducted by researchers on leadership in the construction industry. The research adopted literature study from various sources such as reviews of leadership behaviour in the construction safety practices. This review of literature led to the selection of appropriate literature for the study. A rigorous process was carried out in the selection of appropriate literature for the study, from a total number of fifty-two studies reviewed, out of which thirty-five empirical studies were selected. The findings from literature were summarised through coding, according to the publication outlet, authors, nature of the study, country of publication, target population, methodology and key findings. It was found out that most of the empirical studies have focussed on construction projects features management, while less attention has been given to several other equal dimensions, particularly leadership behaviours in the construction industry. This study focussed mainly on the effective leadership strategies in achieving organisational goals. Discussions also included the health and safety improvement in the construction industry and types of motivational measures for safety.
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Effective Leadership Behaviours in Construction Safety Practices
(2015-08-20) Mustapha, Z; Aigbavboa, C; Thwala, WD
Effective leadership behaviours have been shown in literature to be a contributing factor to construction safety practices. However, researchers have neglected the leadership behaviours and have their focus on the construction projects features of management. The inclusion of leadership as a part of an organisation has been the subject of interest all over the world. This development has driven researchers’ interest to come out in a holistic manner to give the clear understanding of leadership. The review of literature in the existing body of knowledge becomes paramount in order to continue with the research on the subject matter. The review will also enable the road map for the future to be drafted. This development has led to the review of empirical studies conducted by researchers on leadership in the construction industry. The research adopted literature study from various sources such as reviews of leadership behaviour in the construction safety practices. This review of literature led to the selection of appropriate literature for the study. A rigorous process was carried out in the selection of appropriate literature for the study, from a total number of fifty-two studies reviewed, out of which thirty-five empirical studies were selected. The findings from literature were summarised through coding, according to the publication outlet, authors, nature of the study, country of publication, target population, methodology and key findings. It was found out that most of the empirical studies have focussed on construction projects features management, while less attention has been given to several other equal dimensions, particularly leadership behaviours in the construction industry. This study focussed mainly on the effective leadership strategies in achieving organisational goals. Discussions also included the health and safety improvement in the construction industry and types of motivational measures for safety
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Encumbrances of the competitiveness of south African construction organisations in the business environment of other African countries
(Ceylon Institute of Builders - Sri Lanka, 2023-07-21) Ikuabe, M; Aigbavboa, C; Adekunle, S
The study aims to assess the challenges posed to the competitiveness of South African construction contractors in other African countries. This was instituted to formulate a pathway for the penetration of South African contractors into the business environment of other African countries. The study employed a quantitative method underpinned by a post-positivism philosophical approach using a questionnaire as the research instrument. The target respondent of the study was construction professionals, while the study area was Gauteng province of South Africa. The data analysis methods were mean item score, Kruskal-Wallis h-test, and Student Newman Kaul post hoc test. Findings from the study showed that the most significant challenges faced by South African construction organisations in exploring business opportunities in other African countries are collusive acts, high cost of financing, lack of technical skills, and difficulties in obtaining loans. Also, the difference in viewpoints given by the sampled professionals is outlined in the study’s findings. Based on the results obtained from the analysis, the study made recommendations that would aid the competitive capabilities of South African construction organisations in the business landscape of other African countries.
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Lean techniques for project delivery: assessing construction professionals’ level of awareness
(Department of Building Economics, 2024) Ikuabe, M; Aghimien, D; Aigbavboa, C; Oke, A; Ramaru, P; Sandanayake, YG; Waidyasekara, KGAS; Ranadewa, KATO; Chandanie, H
Evidence from practice and literature indicates that the South African construction industry faces various challenges. Notably, the traditional methodologies deployed for project delivery continues failing to attain projects’ objectives. Lean construction promotes developing and accomplishing construction projects within its envisaged goals by deploying targeted tools/techniques. Considering the glaring comparative advantage of deploying lean concepts in construction activities, this study assesses the level of awareness of lean techniques among professionals in the South African construction industry. The study adopted a quantitative approach aided by using a well-structured questionnaire that elicited responses from the target respondents. Data analysis methods employed are descriptive and inferential statistics. The study’s findings showed that total quality management, waste elimination, and prefabrication are the most known lean techniques among South African construction professionals. Besides, findings indicated that there is a statistically significant disparity in the knowledge of lean techniques among the professionals in the South African construction industry. Conclusively, the study proffered recommendations that would aid in boosting the awareness and knowledge base of the various lean techniques among professionals for better construction delivery.
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Making a case for foreign direct investments in the South African construction industry
(Department of Building Economics, 2024) Ikuabe, M; Aigbavboa, C; Ebekozien, A; Adekunle, S; Sandanayake, YG; Waidyasekara, KGAS; Ranadewa, KATO; Chandanie, H
The construction industry plays a significant role in the aggregate output formation of any nation's economy. Financing construction projects are capital intensive, and most developing countries' low gross domestic savings necessitate seeking alternative routes for construction project financing. One such route is encouraging the flow of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) into the construction industry in South Africa. Therefore, this paper investigates the factors influencing the flow of FDI into the South African construction industry. A quantitative technique was employed using professionals in the built environment as the target population. Data were elicited with the aid of a well-structured questionnaire, while data analysis was conducted with appropriate methods, which include the Cronbach alpha test, mean item score, and one-sample t-test. The findings from the study make theoretical contributions to the conversation on ways of boosting construction financing for improved economic development. It provides guidance to relevant stakeholders and prospective investors on the key factors influencing the flow of FDI in the South African construction industry.