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

Ville Matinaro and Yang Liu

International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 2015, vol. 18, issue 2, 133-150

Abstract: 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.

Keywords: innovation process; organisational learning; implementation; innovation diffusion; knowledge management; communication; leadership skills; Finland; virtual design; construction industry; human resource management; HRM; construction projects. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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