Abstract
Productivity of New Zealand construction sector is low. Prior research has suggested that smartphone could
help construction workers improve efficiency and productivity. This paper reports findings of an exploratory study with
the objective of examining the perceived benefits and issues regarding uptake of smartphone apps in small-scale New
Zealand construction sector. Results showed that they have a positive attitude towards the benefits smartphone apps
could bring. “Internet connectivity” and “Flexibility of apps” are two top issues. These findings provide a starting point
for further research aimed at improving the uptake smartphone apps to improve the productivity in construction
industry
help construction workers improve efficiency and productivity. This paper reports findings of an exploratory study with
the objective of examining the perceived benefits and issues regarding uptake of smartphone apps in small-scale New
Zealand construction sector. Results showed that they have a positive attitude towards the benefits smartphone apps
could bring. “Internet connectivity” and “Flexibility of apps” are two top issues. These findings provide a starting point
for further research aimed at improving the uptake smartphone apps to improve the productivity in construction
industry
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the NZBERS 2017 |
| Subtitle of host publication | Advancing collaborative built environment research and practice in New Zealand |
| Publisher | Auckland University of Technology |
| Pages | 107-114 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Publication status | Published - 17 Oct 2017 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 5th Annual New Zealand Built Environment Research Symposium (NZBERS) - Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand Duration: 17 Oct 2017 → 18 Oct 2017 Conference number: 5th https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/85681d_b1b348c544a740d2aab11cdda431d365.pdf (Proceedings ) http://construction.massey.ac.nz/NZBERS-2017.htm (5TH ANNUAL NZBERS 2017) |
Conference
| Conference | 5th Annual New Zealand Built Environment Research Symposium (NZBERS) |
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| Abbreviated title | NZBERS 2017 |
| Country/Territory | New Zealand |
| City | Auckland |
| Period | 17/10/17 → 18/10/17 |
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