Introduction to Research Companion to Innovation in Construction

Mohammed Fadhil Dulaimi

Chapter 1 in Research Companion to Innovation in Construction, 2025, pp 2-17 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter examines the key issues impacting innovation in construction. The importance of the construction industry in any society and economy is undeniable. This is why governments have intervened to influence change in the construction industry. The innovation agenda is one area where governments sought to play a key role in influencing the performance of the construction industry in terms of its impact on the economy, society and the environment. This chapter outlines the key research effort that has, over several decades, attempted to address the question of how the construction industry can be more innovative. The more recent agenda to develop a smart and intelligent built environment, fuelled by the digital revolution experienced across many industries, has created both the means and a sense of urgency to deliver innovation at a faster pace in construction. To meet such challenges, it is critical to understand the role of leadership and team dynamics, as well as corporate and project procurement strategies, in motivating the successful delivery of innovation. The chapter concludes by arguing that there is greater scope for research effort to critically examine our understanding of the corporate ‘mind’ that influences and drives the decision-making process at corporate and project levels. Therefore, we need creative solutions to address the short-term mindset of the industry that can change how businesses in construction operate and function to be innovative, profitable businesses.

Keywords: Construction innovation; Project procurement; Developing countries; Digital transformation; Business innovation model (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
ISBN: 9781035326587
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