A Comprehensive Review of Integration Management Components in Construction Management
Publication: Construction Research Congress 2024
ABSTRACT
The increasing complexity of construction projects necessitates an effective project management system. In construction management, integration management is a crucial and valuable system encompassing all project aspects, processes, and stakeholders. It ensures effective communication and coordination throughout the project life cycle from initiation to completion. Integration management comprises six main components: project charter development, knowledge integration, process integration, team integration, supply chain integration, and integration of changes. Although previous research has addressed one or two of these components, they have yet to address all of them, their significance, factors, and barriers in the construction industry. This paper reviews previous research to comprehensively understand all integration management components. The review aims to determine the barriers that impact integrated management implementation and define the critical factors that enable effective integration across different processes. This review is the first step in highlighting the importance of integrating, managing, and controlling all project processes, activities, and elements. It will serve as the foundation for future research in managing construction projects, strengthening critical success factors, and eliminating barriers to better understanding integration management for construction projects.
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