ABSTRACT
Despite the conservatism which prevails in the construction industry, some changes in technological processes and management practices have been evident in the last 20 years. Designs have become more innovative and more aesthetically pleasing, more effective project management practices have been employed by contractors, and new and challenging non-traditional procurement approaches have been tested. The underlying objectives of the changes were not only to create a better and more pleasing built environment, but also to make the construction process more cost effective and productive, thereby achieving better returns on the invested funds. These objectives were generally met through more efficient designs, better control of costs and faster construction.
