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Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

An Evaluation of UK Research and Practice

By: Andrew Agapiou

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Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

An Evaluation of UK Research and Practice

By: Andrew Agapiou

Construction disputes by their very nature are often complex, sometimes multi-party disputes, many of which are not suited to either adjudication or traditional form of litigation (which are often slow, expensive and divisive). The sheer complexity of construction creates a compelling case for the introduction of alternative approaches within this adversarial industry. This book traces the history, development, current status and future direction of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the UK construction industry. It draws on the largest collection of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors-funded surveys on Scottish and English disputants’ perceptions and attitudes to ADR. It includes an examination of the key legislative and regulatory principles relating to ADR in the Construction sphere. The study also evaluates the role and functions of the Technology and Construction Court (TCC) in England and, with reference to case law, identifies its facilitative approach to ADR. The coherence of the TCC’s approach to issues such as refusal to resort to ADR is also examined. It will be a valuable reference work for scholars and practitioners in construction and the built environment, in the UK and internationally.

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Ethics International Press

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180441087X

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Inverse Problems and Data Assimilation

By: Daniel Sanz-Alonso,Andrew Stuart,Armeen Taeb

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Inverse Problems and Data Assimilation

By: Daniel Sanz-Alonso,Andrew Stuart,Armeen Taeb

This concise introduction provides an entry point to the world of inverse problems and data assimilation for advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students in the mathematical sciences. It will also appeal to researchers in science and engineering who are interested in the systematic underpinnings of methodologies widely used in their disciplines. The authors examine inverse problems and data assimilation in turn, before exploring the use of data assimilation methods to solve generic inverse problems by introducing an artificial algorithmic time. Topics covered include maximum a posteriori estimation, (stochastic) gradient descent, variational Bayes, Monte Carlo, importance sampling and Markov chain Monte Carlo for inverse problems; and 3DVAR, 4DVAR, extended and ensemble Kalman filters, and particle filters for data assimilation. The book contains a wealth of examples and exercises, and can be used to accompany courses as well as for self-study.

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Cambridge University Press

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100941433X

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9781009414333

Human Resource Management in Construction Projects

Strategic and Operational Approaches

By: Martin Loosemore,Andrew Dainty,Helen Lingard

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Human Resource Management in Construction Projects

Strategic and Operational Approaches

By: Martin Loosemore,Andrew Dainty,Helen Lingard

Although construction is one of the most labour-intensive industries, people management issues are given inadequate attention. Furthermore, the focus of attention with regards to HR has been on the strategic aspects of HRM function - yet most problems and operational issues arise on projects. To help redress these problems, this book takes a broad view of HRM, examining the strategic and operational aspects of managing people within the construction sector. The book is aimed at project managers and students of project management who, until now, have been handed the responsibility for human resource management without adequate knowledge or training. The issues addressed in this book are internationally relevant, and are of fundamental concern to both students and practitioners involved in the management of construction projects. The text draws on the authors' experience of working with a range of large construction companies in improving their HRM operational activities at both strategic and operational levels, and is well illustrated with case studies of projects and organizations.

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Routledge

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113450683X

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9781134506835

Communication in Construction

Theory and Practice

By: Andrew Dainty,David Moore,Michael Murray

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Communication in Construction

Theory and Practice

By: Andrew Dainty,David Moore,Michael Murray

Communication within project-based environments presents special challenges. This is especially true within the construction industry, where interaction tends to be characterised by unfamiliar groups of people coming together for short periods before disbanding to work on other endeavours. This book examines communication at a number of levels ranging from interpersonal interactions between project participants to corporate communication between organizations. Several non-typical perspectives on the process of communication are introduced to encourage the reader to think about communication in a more innovative manner. The combination of differing perspectives illustrates the diversity of communication problems facing those working within project-based environments. Practical guidance is provided on possible solutions to communication problems, and a number of examples and case studies are presented.

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Routledge

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113433799X

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Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks

Machine Learning for Managing Big Data Streaming

By: Alcardo Barakabitze,Andrew Hines

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Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks

Machine Learning for Managing Big Data Streaming

By: Alcardo Barakabitze,Andrew Hines

Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks A comprehensive overview of Quality of Experience control and management of multimedia services in future networks In Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks, renowned researchers deliver a high-level exploration of Quality of Experience (QoE) control and management solutions for multimedia services in future softwarized and virtualized 5G networks. The book offers coverage of network softwarization and virtualization technologies, including SDN, NFV, MEC, and Fog/Cloud Computing, as critical elements for the management of multimedia services in future networks, like 5G and 6G networks and beyond. Providing a fulsome examination of end-to-end QoE control and management solutions in softwarized and virtualized networks, the book concludes with discussions of probable future challenges and research directions in emerging multimedia services and applications, 5G network management and orchestration, network slicing and collaborative service management of multimedia services in softwarized networks, and QoE-oriented business models. The distinguished authors also explore: Thorough introductions to 5G networks, including definitions and requirements, as well as Quality of Experience management of multimedia streaming services Comprehensive explorations of multimedia streaming services over the internet and network softwarization and virtualization in future networks Practical discussions of QoE management using SDN and NFV in future networks, as well as QoE management of multimedia services in emerging architectures, including MEC, ICN, and Fog/Cloud Computing In-depth examinations of QoE in emerging applications, 5G network slicing architectures and implementations, and 5G network slicing orchestration and resource management Perfect for researchers and engineers in multimedia services and telecoms, Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks will also earn a place in the libraries of graduate and senior undergraduate students with interests in computer science, communication engineering, and telecommunication systems.

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John Wiley & Sons

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111980079X

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9781119800798

Managing in Construction Supply Chains and Markets

Reactive and Proactive Options for Improving Performance and Relationship Menagement

By: Andrew W. Cox,Paul Ireland,Mike Townsend

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Managing in Construction Supply Chains and Markets

Reactive and Proactive Options for Improving Performance and Relationship Menagement

By: Andrew W. Cox,Paul Ireland,Mike Townsend

This text outlines the practical and theoretical basis for thinking analytically about the balance of power in construction supply chains. It presents the practical findings from EPSRC sponsored research, undertaken in conjunction with the construction industry.

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Thomas Telford

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0727730010

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9780727730015

Repair of Polymer Composites

Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges

By: Andrew J. Jefferson,V. Arumugam,Hom Nath Dhakal

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Repair of Polymer Composites

Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges

By: Andrew J. Jefferson,V. Arumugam,Hom Nath Dhakal

Repair of Polymer Composites: Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges discusses fundamental issues related to the repair of composites and their suitability in various industrial sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, marine and construction, etc. The repair of composites is complex and requires a thorough understanding of the various types of damage mechanisms in order to apply the appropriate NDT techniques. This book explores these issues in significant detail and presents systematic procedures and methods, thus serving as a useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers and other professionals who are interested in this exciting field of research. - Discusses fundamental issues related to the repair of composites and their suitability in various industrial sectors, including aerospace, automotive, marine and construction, etc. - Provides comprehensive coverage, from the fundamental aspects, to real applications - Serves as a useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers and other professionals - Presents different types of repair techniques by correlating different parameters and challenges

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Woodhead Publishing

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0081019092

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9780081019092

Market Momentum

Theory and Practice

By: Stephen Satchell,Andrew Grant

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Market Momentum

Theory and Practice

By: Stephen Satchell,Andrew Grant

A one-of-a-kind reference guide covering the behavioral and statistical explanations for market momentum and the implementation of momentum trading strategies Market Momentum: Theory and Practice is a thorough, how-to reference guide for a full range of financial professionals and students. It examines the behavioral and statistical causes of market momentum while also exploring the practical side of implementing related strategies. The phenomenon of momentum in finance occurs when past high returns are followed by subsequent high returns, and past low returns are followed by subsequent low returns. Market Momentum provides a detailed introduction to the financial topic, while examining existing literature. Recent academic and practitioner research is included, offering a more up-to-date perspective. What type of book is Market Momentum and how does it serve a range of readers’ interests and needs? A holistic market momentum guide for industry professionals, asset managers, risk managers, firm managers, plus hedge fund and commodity trading advisors Advanced text to help graduate students in finance, economics, and mathematics further develop their funds management skills Useful resource for financial practitioners who want to implement momentum trading strategies Reference book providing behavioral and statistical explanations for market momentum Due to claims that the phenomenon of momentum goes against the Efficient Markets Hypothesis, behavioral economists have studied the topic in-depth. However, many books published on the subject are written to provide advice on how to make money. In contrast, Market Momentum offers a comprehensive approach to the topic, which makes it a valuable resource for both investment professionals and higher-level finance students. The contributors address momentum theory and practice, while also offering trading strategies that practitioners can study.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119599377

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9781119599371

Data Assimilation

A Mathematical Introduction

By: Kody Law,Andrew Stuart,Konstantinos Zygalakis

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Data Assimilation

A Mathematical Introduction

By: Kody Law,Andrew Stuart,Konstantinos Zygalakis

This book provides a systematic treatment of the mathematical underpinnings of work in data assimilation, covering both theoretical and computational approaches. Specifically the authors develop a unified mathematical framework in which a Bayesian formulation of the problem provides the bedrock for the derivation, development and analysis of algorithms; the many examples used in the text, together with the algorithms which are introduced and discussed, are all illustrated by the MATLAB software detailed in the book and made freely available online. The book is organized into nine chapters: the first contains a brief introduction to the mathematical tools around which the material is organized; the next four are concerned with discrete time dynamical systems and discrete time data; the last four are concerned with continuous time dynamical systems and continuous time data and are organized analogously to the corresponding discrete time chapters. This book is aimed at mathematical researchers interested in a systematic development of this interdisciplinary field, and at researchers from the geosciences, and a variety of other scientific fields, who use tools from data assimilation to combine data with time-dependent models. The numerous examples and illustrations make understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of data assimilation accessible. Furthermore, the examples, exercises and MATLAB software, make the book suitable for students in applied mathematics, either through a lecture course, or through self-study.

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Springer

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3319203258

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Project Management for Construction

Fundamental Aspects from Conception to Completion

By: Andrew Agapiou

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Project Management for Construction

Fundamental Aspects from Conception to Completion

By: Andrew Agapiou

Construction project management is an integrated activity which requires professionals to have an understanding of the whole building process and to think across the many interconnected functions of a building. In light of the exponentially growing need for specialists in construction project management to lead the design and construction stage effectively, this textbook has been designed for those who are able to manage both design and construction stages of complex buildings. Construction professionals will need to understand how and when to intervene as decision makers who can change the consequences of building activities. In addition, construction industry practitioners need to be better equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to rethink design processes using value management principles with a huge focus on sustainable design as the vehicle during design and construction stage. The textbook also provides a unique overview and insight into the design, management, and operation of construction projects.

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1785278134

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9781785278136

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

An Evaluation of UK Research and Practice

By: Andrew Agapiou

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An Evaluation of UK Research and Practice

By: Andrew Agapiou

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Book's by Andrew Agapiou

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

Inverse Problems and Data Assimilation

Inverse Problems and Data Assimilation

Human Resource Management in Construction Projects

Human Resource Management in Construction Projects

Communication in Construction

Communication in Construction

Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks

Multimedia Streaming in SDN/NFV and 5G Networks

Managing in Construction Supply Chains and Markets

Managing in Construction Supply Chains and Markets

Repair of Polymer Composites

Repair of Polymer Composites

Market Momentum

Market Momentum

Data Assimilation

Data Assimilation

Project Management for Construction

Project Management for Construction

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Construction Industry

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