AS 2017 Volume 24 Issue 2
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An analysis of the use of mass appraisal methods for agricultural properties
(University of the Free State, 2017)English: There are numerous factors that influence the price of a farm and some of these factors are not monetary related. This makes the task of the valuer complex and increases the possibility of large differences in the ... -
A post-contract project analysis of material waste and cost overrun on construction sites in Abuja, Nigeria
(University of the Free State, 2017)English: Material waste and cost overrun have been identified as common problems in the construction industry. These problems occur at both pre- and post-contract stages of a construction project. As a result of a dearth ... -
Deciphering priority areas for improving project risk management through critical analysis of pertinent risks in the Zambian construction industry
(University of the Free State, 2017)English: Risk identification is the first step in the risk-management process. A plethora of current studies in literature dwell overwhelmingly on risk identification much to the exclusion of the source, and the possible ... -
Investigating alternative dispute resolution methods and the implementation thereof by architectural professionals in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2017)English: Given the number of role players and the complexity of the building process, disputes are inevitable. As an alternative to litigation, which is often costly and time consuming, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) ... -
Building an infrastructure project performance in the North-West Province Department of Public Works and Roads
(University of the Free State, 2017)English: Building and infrastructure projects at the North-West Province Department of Public Works and Roads (NW DPWR) often perform poorly in terms of overrunning both the original approved timeline and the budget. Adding ... -
Stakeholders’ perception of critical success factors for sustainable facilities management practice in universities in sub-Saharan Africa
(University of the Free State, 2017)English: The development of an optimal sustainable facilities management (SFM) strategy for university-built assets in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is desired. However, this requires an in-depth understanding of the perspectives ...