Reference model for operation and reconfiguration of construction networks

Author(s)

Larissa Elaine Dantas de Araújo

• Document type: Doctoral Thesis
• Press: São Carlos.
• Institution: Universidade de São Paulo (USP). Escola de Engenharia de São Carlos (EESC/SBD)
• Defense date: 2012-08-17

Examining board members

Fábio Müller Guerrini; Alceu Gomes Alves Filho; Mateus Cecilio Gerolamo; Celso Carlos Novaes; Antonio Freitas Rentes

• Advisor: Fábio Müller Guerrini

Abstract

The construction is an industry that depends on interorganizational relationships to enable its product. It is common the consolidation of consortia for major works of infrastructure, establishing flexible relationships for cooperation. However, there is a lack of studies on the analytical approach of networks considered their life cycle and the specific steps for the operation and reconfiguration of the construction phases. The thesis aims at developing a Reference Model for the phases of operation and reconfiguration of construction network, and specifically subway infrastructure works. The model was developed following a development process comprising: a literature review, the development of conceptual framework of reference, a representation of current reality, changing definitions and description of the Reference Model. The Concepts Model, the Process Model and the Actors and Resources Model from the EKD (Enterprise Knowledge Development) Methodology were used, supporting the representation of the results. The conceptual framework of reference and the representation of a current reality used the case study method. As a result a Reference Model was obtained. It allows the coordination of network activities from the perspective of collaboration. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 09/16392-0 - REFERENCE MODEL FOR OPERACIONALIZATION AND RECONFIGURATION OF CIVIL CONSTRUCTION NETWORKS
• Grantee: Larissa Elaine Dantas de Araujo
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate