Journal Article10.1108/BEPAM-08-2015-0039
Appropriate delay analysis techniques to analyse delays in road construction projects in Sri Lanka
E.M.K. Ekanayake,Baks Perera +1 more
- 03 Nov 2016
- Vol. 6, Iss: 5, pp 521-534
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors found out the delay analysis techniques (DATs) that are most commonly used in road projects in Sri Lanka, the extent of their usage, the criteria that can be used in selecting them and the technique that is most appropriate for the selection.
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Abstract: Purpose
Delays represent one of the most critical factors that affect the cost of a construction project. They have to be therefore analysed comprehensively using appropriate techniques. The purpose of this paper is to find out the delay analysis techniques (DATs) that are most commonly used in road projects in Sri Lanka, the extent of their usage, the criteria that can be used in selecting them and the technique that is most appropriate for the selection.
Design/methodology/approach
The research methodology adopted included an extensive literature review, expert interviews and a questionnaire survey.
Findings
In road projects in Sri Lanka, five types of DATs are mainly used. The “As-planned v. As-built Analysis” technique is the most commonly used technique while “Window Analysis” is the least used technique. Out of the nine criteria identified for selecting a DAT, the most important criterion is the acceptability of the technique to courts and tribunals. “Window Analysis” was found to be the most appropriate DAT that can be used in road construction projects in Sri Lanka.
Originality/value
“Window Analysis” can be recommended as the most appropriate DAT for road projects in Sri Lanka.
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