R&D Investment and Impact in the Global Construction Industry

Keith Hampson, Judy A. Kraatz, Adriana X. Sanchez (Sustainable Built Environment National Research Centre, Australia)

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Routledge
23 August 2018

Research & development management; Construction industry; Building construction & materials

Series: CIB

R&D Investment and Impact in the Global Construction Industry brings together contributions from leading industry researchers in a diverse group of countries to investigate the role of research and development (R&D) in the construction industry. Investment in R&D is a proven factor in economic growth, and helps develop a more productive and innovative industry. This book explores how policy makers and industry leaders can better target future investment; and how industry and researchers can manage their efforts to improve productivity whilst addressing the environmental and social needs of their communities. Case studies present projects where R&D ideas funded by both the private and public sectors have been translated from research into practice or policy, and examine drivers, successes and barriers to the delivery of R&D in industry. Based on research from members of the CIB Task Group 85 (R&D Investment and Impact) and concluding with key insights for maximising the impact of R&D in the future, the book holds valuable lessons for practitioners, policy makers and researchers across the international construction industry.

Edited by: Keith Hampson, Judy A. Kraatz, Adriana X. Sanchez (Sustainable Built Environment National Research Centre, Australia)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781138381360
ISBN 10: 1138381365
Series: CIB
Pages: 364
Publication Date: 23 August 2018
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword 1. Introduction 2. Understanding the Construction Sector 3. Australia 4. Brazil 5. Canada 6. Denmark 7. Finland 8. France 9. Germany 10. India 11. New Zealand 12. Hong Kong 13. Sweden 14. The Netherlands 15. Norway 16. USA 17. Lessons Learned

Keith Hampson Over the past 20 years Keith has made a notable contribution to building collaborative innovation networks between industry and research globally. He is committed to crafting a more effective construction industry by promoting better education, applied technology and innovative practices. Keith serves as CEO of the SBEnrc (and previously the Australian Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Construction Innovation) and Coordinator of the CIB Task Group 85. Judy Kraatz Judy is an Architect with a Doctorate in urban development. Career highlights include being a design architect, leading multi-disciplinary teams delivering city-wide solutions, and integrating sustainability into curriculum and practice. Judy is currently a Senior Research Fellow with the SBEnrc, and Coordinator of the CIB Task Group 85. Adriana Sanchez Adriana’s experience focuses mostly on sustainable water and transport infrastructure management. Special areas of interest include procurement, risk management and translating policy into tangible outcomes. She has a Masters in sustainable resource management, conducted research on four continents, and is currently the Commission Secretary for the CIB Task Group 85.