A Development of a Cost Control System for Small and Medium-sized Contractors

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Published: Mar 6, 2012
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Construction SME small and medium-sized contractor cost control system development ICT application

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Vacharapoom Benjaoran

Abstract

Construction business comprises a number of small and medium-sized contractors which form the major part of the industry. The existing research on the new ICT development is creating more and more sophisticated and complex systems which may not be applicable to the construction industry. With regard to general limitations as design criteria, this research used a collaborative approach to develop a cost control system for small and medium-sized contractors. Five suitable contractors were selected to participate in this research study. The new efficient cost control system can be developed using available ICT tools which are familiar and easy-to-learn. A collaborative approach can ensure the diffusion of technology to these companies.

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2010)
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