Research Companion to Advances in the Construction Industry Global South

This important Research Companion considers contemporary issues, new ideas and novel solutions within the construction industry in the Global South, providing an authoritative reference for future research and practice in this area. This important Research Companion considers contemporary issues, new ideas and novel solutions within the construction industry in the Global South, providing an authoritative reference for future research and practice in this area. Chapters address critical current and emerging topics in the industry, such as the application of frontier technologies, new management concepts, professionalism and ethics. Contributing authors also consider broader global developments and their implications for the construction industry in the Global South such as decolonization, international trade policies, sustainability and disruptive events. By reviewing recent advances in the field and anticipating future research directions, this book provides key insights into future-proofing construction industries. The Research Companion to Advances in the Construction Industry in the Global South is an essential resource for students and scholars of construction management and economics. Administrators, policy makers, practitioners in the construction value chain and industry stakeholders will also benefit from this book’s practical insights.