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Virtual design and construction: innovation process and diffusion in Finnish construction business

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  • Ville Matinaro
  • Yang Liu

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In construction business, implementation of innovations seems to be difficult especially when high-technology is involved. There are some observed barriers such as its cyclical nature and project-based working which are not ideal for implementing processes. This paper highlights leadership skills instead of traditional skills from the management and suggests that there is a need to change some human resource management practices. In projects-based industry, learning processes must happen in the projects themselves and cooperation between projects is highly important. Also good communication skills and channels are essential. Innovations and leadership have a crucial role in this process.

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  • Ville Matinaro & Yang Liu, 2015. "Virtual design and construction: innovation process and diffusion in Finnish construction business," International Journal of Innovation and Learning, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 18(2), pages 133-150.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijilea:v:18:y:2015:i:2:p:133-150
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