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420003263900175001760220 The Risk Management Aspects of The Boola Katitjin Case Study
Project Risk and Quality - MAN6308.2
450000 The Risk Management Aspects of The Boola Katitjin Case Study
Project Risk and Quality - MAN6308.2
32670757486650KEVIN NGANGA KAMAU-10598567tHINLEY dORJI 10361038
GOKUL GOPAKUMAR NAIR 10642710
KINLEY DORJI - 10619512
450000KEVIN NGANGA KAMAU-10598567tHINLEY dORJI 10361038
GOKUL GOPAKUMAR NAIR 10642710
KINLEY DORJI - 10619512
Theme Research Finding Reference Source (APA 7th format, with page number) How info informed the group
Sustainability Goals and Risk Impact Sustainability objectives were synchronized with risk management framework through considering MET supply chain concerns; aiming at achieving the Six Star Green Star rating; and identifying and mitigating environmental risks well in advance. Effective communication, a diverse supply chain, and a dual risk management strategy pushed through regulation and forged successful projects.
Toljaga-Nikoli, D., Todorovi, M., Dobrota, M., Obradovi, T., & Obradovi, V. (2020). Project management and sustainability: Playing trick or treat with the planet.Sustainability,12(20), 8619. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12208619Our group discovered the correlation of the frameworks for sustainable material selection and low energy design into risk management. In implementing our design, we employed Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment and Green Star strategies for our material selection and design making them be sustainable. Such an approach adopted by us was useful in managing environmental and regulatory risk concerning the local standards as well as the international criteria such as the Six Star Green Star ratings. As a result, assessment and management of long-term environmental impact and achievement of climate change outcomes were possible.
Integration of Innovative Technologies The project ensured proper introduction of emergent technologies through carrying out periodic assessments to overcome technical issues, applying classic and innovative approaches to managing risks and adapting approaches in case of occurrence of new problems. For this reason, it provided easy integration of the new technologies while at the same time addressing sustainability and project objectives.
Tidd, J., & Bessant, J. R. (2020).Managing innovation: integrating technological, market and organizational change. John Wiley & Sons.
One of the key aspects came to light and referring to the implementation of innovative technologies is that the technology integration process is contingent and dynamic. Applying concepts of managing technological change and innovation we learnt that risk evaluations were possibly performed to attend to possible technical issues on a recurrent basis. We were able to adapt new technologies and identify how to integrate them into the existing landscape, hence properly addressing the risks involved in integrating technology to the project and contributing to the overall success of the project.
Stakeholder engagement strategies Stakeholder involvement was inclusive of daily meetings as well as feedback sessions with representatives from faculty and administration to achieve congruency between the buildings design and educational mission/vision. Prominent communication of sustainability criteria and gains as well as demand-seeking from the stakeholders proved to secure stakeholder support and boost projects. Schmidt, L., Falk, T., Siegmund-Schultze, M., & Spangenberg, J. H. (2020). The objectives of stakeholder involvement in transdisciplinary research. A conceptual framework for a reflective and reflexive practice.Ecological Economics,176, 106751 Communication is another key area in engagement form which stakeholders receive regular updates from the organization while feedback is incorporated into the organizations systems. The strategies explained previously on stakeholder involvement and participation made us appreciate the need to have some forums and feedback sessions. To me, it was possible to manage the thoughts and opinions of the stakeholders during the implementation of the project and make recommendations regarding their overall interest so as to secure their endorsement when it comes to the kind of project I am envisioning. In doing so, the approach of engaging stakeholders and enrolment framed as win-win outcomes enabled the development of project buy-in and better results.
Application of Global Risk Management Standards Since the project adopted international procedures in risk management, possible innovative tactics for sustainability and materials management were implemented. This was in the areas such as following guidelines relating to MET from the global market, efficient execution of predictive and adaptive risk management strategies and following the environmental laws. That is, such practices were instrumental to controlling risks while addressing global sustainability requirements. Standard for Project Management and a Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide), 7th Edition. By applying global risk management standards means that an organization is subject to best practice standards and frameworks. We were able to manage risks on our project sufficiently effectively and in compliance with the international standard through adhering to guidelines from sources such as the PMBOK Guide. It meant that project risks could be thoroughly identified, evaluated, and managed; the project was thus kept stable and adherent to the international standards and regulations for most risks were addressed consequently.
Construction Challenges and Mitigation Measures On construction risks, the project employed both a priori and posteriori risk management to address the problems in construction. This approach covered such factors as availability of materials, time changes in technology, and conditions on the site. The project was able to address possible problems in the planning and execution of the project by bringing out risk factors on the earlier stages and being able to incorporate testing and flexibility to counter such delays.
Figueiredo, K., Pierott, R., Hammad, A. W., & Haddad, A. (2021). Sustainable material choice for construction projects: A Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment framework based on BIM and Fuzzy-AHP.Building and Environment,196, 107805.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2021.107805A management approach that involves the use of a combination of predictive and adaptive risk management is adequate for solving construction challenges. We were able to identify efficient ways of responding to emergent risks regarding both non-technical factors and technological solutions application. One of the major goals met because of this proactive approach was the capability of managing construction delays and site challenges in a very efficient way so that the objectives of the project are met.
Key project risks in the case study Kinley Dorji - 10619512
2. Case Study Themes: Traditional/predictive risk management approaches applicable to the case study Thinley Dorji - 10361038
According to ADDIN EN.CITE <EndNote><Cite><Author>Project Management</Author><Year>2021</Year><RecNum>132</RecNum><DisplayText>(Project Management, 2021)</DisplayText><record><rec-number>132</rec-number><foreign-keys><key app="EN" db-id="2trvr5r295wa2ie9xeov0warx09pp20drz9w" timestamp="1724855626">132</key></foreign-keys><ref-type name="Electronic Book">44</ref-type><contributors><authors><author>Project Management, Institute</author></authors></contributors><titles><title>The standard for project management and a guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK guide)</title></titles><num-vols>1 online resource (xxvi, 274 pages) : illustrations (some color)</num-vols><edition>Seventh edition</edition><dates><year>2021</year></dates><pub-location>Newtown Square, Pennsylvania</pub-location><publisher>Project Management Institute, Inc.</publisher><isbn>9781628256673; 1628256672; 9781628256659; 1628256656; 9781628256666; 1628256664</isbn><urls><related-urls><url>https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=2942429</url></related-urls></urls><remote-database-name>WorldCat</remote-database-name><language>English</language></record></Cite></EndNote>(Project Management, 2021), Traditional/Predictive Risk Management Approaches are characterized by being heavily plan-oriented, focusing on foreseeing and addressing potential risks in advance to prevent them from negatively affecting the project. These methods correspond with what is often known as a "predictive" or "waterfall" style of project management.
Key Areas Research Findings Reference Source (APA 7th format, with page number) How info informed the group
Sustainability Goals and Risk Impact Timber is an environmentally friendly, renewable material that offers durability, recyclability, and carbon storage, making it a sustainable alternative to steel and concrete. Its ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions makes timber crucial in achieving carbon reduction goals and mitigating climate change.
Critics on resource constraints - Future research should account for the competing demands on land and natural resources, especially given the pressures of urbanization and population growth. It's essential to make realistic assumptions about resource availability when assessing the advantages of using timber in construction. Laura, T., Loreta, K., Jurga, N., Arturas, K., & Tomas, G. (2023). Timber Construction as a Solution to Climate Change: A Systematic Literature Review. Buildings, 13(976), 976. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/buildings13040976
(P 8 & 16)
Hart, J., & Pomponi, F. More Timber in Construction: Unanswered Questions and Future Challenges. Sustainability, 12(8), 3473. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12083473
(P 13)Our group discovered that incorporating sustainable materials like timber in construction affects risk management, especially in terms of environmental and regulatory issues, and aligns with international sustainability standards, such as Six Star Green Star ratings for Boola Katitjin Building. However, future research should account for limitations in resource availability when assessing the long-term advantages of using timber.
Integration of Innovative Technologies BIM enables comprehensive 3D modeling, allowing architects and engineers to visualize the project in detail before construction starts. This minimizes miscommunications and mistakes during construction, as stakeholders can review the design and make required adjustments in the early stages.
The growing smartness of the built environment is anticipated to positively impact climate change mitigation by promoting energy conservation, more efficient use of renewable energy, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Meng, Q., Zhang, Y., Li, Z., Shi, W., Wang, J., Sun, Y., Xu, L., & Wang, X. (2020). A review of integrated applications of BIM and related technologies in whole building life cycle. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(8), 1647-1677. https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-09-2019-0511 (P - 9)
Eerika, J., Niina, L., & Seppo, J. (2020). The Economic Viability of a Progressive Smart Building System with Power Storage. Sustainability, 12(5998), 5998. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su12155998 (P - 1)The adoption of BIM allowed the designers and engineers of Boola Katitjin to visualize the project and anticipate potential design errors, enabling them to correct issues early by involving all stakeholders in the process.
Stakeholder engagement strategies Stakeholder engagement involves executing strategies and actions to encourage meaningful participation from stakeholders. These activities begin at or before the project's inception and continue throughout its duration. Engagement requires working collaboratively with stakeholders to introduce the project, gather their requirements, manage expectations, resolve conflicts, negotiate, prioritize tasks, solve problems, and make informed decisions.
Critics - Overly frequent stakeholder involvement can result in "scope creep," where ongoing feedback expands project requirements beyond the initial plan, leading to higher costs and extended timelines. Project Management, I. (2021). The standard for project management and a guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK guide) (Seventh edition ed.). Project Management Institute, Inc. (P 105 & 107)
Schmidt, L., Falk, T., Siegmund-Schultze, M., & Spangenberg, J. H. (2020). The Objectives of Stakeholder Involvement in Transdisciplinary Research. A Conceptual Framework for a Reflective and Reflexive Practise. Ecological Economics, 176. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecolecon.2020.106751
Certainly, stakeholder engagement outweighs criticism. Therefore, Boola Katitjin effectively involved various stakeholders from the beginning to the end of the project, meeting the work requirements and successfully realizing the project benefits.
Application of Global Risk Management Standards The Standard for Program Management outlines the program risk management strategy as follows: identifying risk thresholds for the program, conducting an initial risk assessment, creating a high-level response strategy for risks, and establishing methods for communicating and managing these risks within the governance framework.
The main goal of project risk management is to boost positive opportunities and minimize negative risks to improve the likelihood of project success. Hopkin, P. (2018). Fundamentals of risk management: understanding, evaluating and implementing effective risk management. Kogan Page Publishers. (P 67)
Michael, M. B., & Bissonette, M. (2016). Project Risk Management: A Practical Implementation Approach. Project Management Institute. (P 22)
The group learned how to manage risks more effectively during the construction of Boola Katitjin by using international standards like ISO 31000, which helped us align the project's risk management with global best practices.
Construction Challenges and Mitigation Measures Many people mistakenly believe that timber has poor durability, fire safety, and resistance to rot. This misunderstanding, due to insufficient education, leads to reluctance in embracing mass timber construction.
The large size and weight of timber panels can lead to elevated transportation costs and logistical challenges. This can impact both project timelines and budgets, particularly if the construction site is remote from suppliers.
Assembling mass timber components can be intricate, necessitating precise coordination and skilled labor to ensure proper and safe construction. Misalignment or mistakes during assembly can result in structural problems. Zaman, A., Chan, Y.-Q., Jonescu, E., & Stewart, I. (2022). Critical challenges and potential for widespread adoption of mass timber construction in AustraliaAn analysis of industry perceptions. Buildings, 12(1405), 1-24. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings12091405
(P 14)The research helped the team better understand the specific construction challenges associated with large-scale timber projects like Boola Katitjin, including the need to build a local workforce and address solutions locally. These insights were used to develop strategies to overcome these obstacles and ensure the project's successful completion.
3. Case Study Theme Project Risk Identification Methodology - GOKUL GOPAKUMAR NAIR 10642710
Key Areas Research Findings Reference Source (APA 7th format, with page number) How info informed the group
Sustainability Goals and Risk Impact With the goal of improving efficiency and sustainability, Murdoch University's Boola Katitjin project demonstrates how robotics technology may be incorporated into mass-engineered-timber (MET) construction. The effective implementation of "Quenda-bot" showcased the capability to enhance worker safety and reduce timber construction timelines by 15-20%. The project serves as a reminder of ongoing challenges in MET construction, especially the high cost as compared with traditional materials like steel and concrete.
Belperio, R., & Shrestha, P. (2023). Case Study - The Use of Robotics in the Construction of Timber Structures Using Western Australia Largest Mass Engineered Timber Building as a Test Bed. World Conference on Timber Engineering. Proceedings.com. https://doi.org/10.52202/069179-0576 (Pg 3-4)
During group discussion, found that adding value with sustainable materials such as timber into the construction impacts the company's risk management in terms of environmental and regulatory issues and meets international standards. Also, implementation of bot enhanced safety.
Integration of innovative technologies
Boola Katitjin followed an all-inclusive risk management framework that combined the qualitative and quantitative approaches in risk identification. This assignment required the use of brainstorming sessions, risk checklists, and a risk matrix to identify and classify all possible potential construction and operational risks in the building systematically. It facilitated a holistic understanding of risks related to the innovative design and advanced technologies incorporated in the project
Mounir, E., Khatib, Alnaqbi, K., Alnaqbi, W., Al Jaziri, A., Al Maazmi, K., & Alzoubi, H. (2022). BIM as a tool to optimize and manage project risk management. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 7(1). https://www.kalaharijournals.com/resources/IJME_Vol7.1_658.pdf. (Pg 6318)
We systematically identified and classified potential construction and operational risks through brainstorming sessions, risk checklists, and a risk matrix. This approach ensured a comprehensive understanding of the risks associated with the innovative design and advanced technologies in the project.
Stakeholder engagement strategies It also involved active stakeholder involvement as one of the major ways of identifying risks. There were regular meetings and dialogue with architects, engineers, sustainability experts, and university representatives in an attempt to ensure that risks would be captured from every dimension. Involvement like this helped identify potential issues with the integration of MET and TEL desks, which may not have been realized from a single perspective a stakeholder held. Kujala, J., Sachs, S., Leinonen, H., Heikkinen, A., & Laude, D. (2022). Stakeholder Engagement: Past, Present, and Future. Business & Society, 61(5), 11361196. https://doi.org/10.1177/00076503211066595 (pg 1171)
We actively engaged all key stakeholders, including architects, engineers, sustainability experts, and university representatives, in regular meetings to identify potential risks. This collaborative approach ensured that risks were captured from multiple perspectives, allowing us to address issues early.
Application of Global Risk Management Standards The Boola Katitjin project followed the ISO 31000 standards on risk management, which have a comprehensive structure for identifying and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle. It focuses on a systematic and structured approach to risk management that is fundamentally important for complex projects incorporating innovative construction techniques such as the use of Mass Engineered Timber. Through this standard, the entire potential risks had been identified, assessed, and mitigated on a uniform platform, so they had assured their contribution to the successful completion of the building. Silva Rampini, G. H., Takia, H., & Berssaneti, F. T. (2019). Critical Success Factors of Risk Management with the Advent of ISO 31000 2018 - Descriptive and Content Analyzes. Procedia Manufacturing, 39, 894903. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.promfg.2020.01.400
The project followed ISO 31000 standards, ensuring a systematic and structured approach to risk management. This standard helped us identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks uniformly across the project lifecycle, significantly contributing to the successful and safe completion of the building.
Integration of innovative technologies
The project team complemented this complexity of the building design and its technology by applying scenario analysis and simulation techniques. It would enable the scenario analysis of various risk situations that may appear-for example, complicating a failure in certain technology or sustainability problems. Based on the implication, such a simulation would be an opportunity to find out potential bad events.
Chen, B., Harp, D. R., Lu, Z., & Pawar, R. J. (2020). Reducing uncertainty in geologic CO2 sequestration risk assessment by assimilating monitoring data. International Journal of Greenhouse Gas Control, 94, 102926. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijggc.2019.102926
We've applied scenario analysis and simulation techniques to manage the complexity of the building's design and technology. This approach helps us predict and analyze potential risk situations, like technology failures or sustainability issues. By simulating these scenarios, we can identify and mitigate possible negative events before they occur, ensuring the project's success.
4. Stakeholder Engagement Risk Entry - Kevin Kamau - 10598567
Stakeholder Engagement Risk entry Research Reference How info informed group
Misalignment of stakeholder expectations and priorities
The study found that a construction project can involve an array of stakeholders including clients, contractors, consultants, end users, suppliers, financiers, government, the public and special interest groups. They also underscored the challenge of prioritizing the multiple stakeholders, suggesting metrics such as power, proximity, and urgency. Yang, R. J., & Shen, G. Q. P. (2015). Framework for stakeholder management in construction projects. Journal of Management in Engineering, 31(4), 04014064. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)me.1943-5479.0000285 Our group learned that complex projects like the Boola Kattijin can involve an extensive list of stakeholders including university administration, faculties, students, project professionals (architects, construction teams, consultants), sustainability professionals, local community, and regulators.
Resistance from stakeholders who are accustomed to traditional construction methods The study found that stakeholder management approaches in mega projects differ with context because of differing knowledge levels among stakeholders. Mok, K. Y., Shen, G. Q., & Yang, J. (2015). Stakeholder management studies in mega construction projects: A review and future directions. International Journal of Project Management, 33(2), 446457.
We learned that the projects prioritization of biophilic design, emphasis on sustainability, and the use of mass engineered timber (MET) might have been opposed by stakeholders who are more accustomed to traditional construction methods.
Communication breakdown The guide underscores the vitality of communication in a well-managed project. PMBOK indicates that all projects necessitate stakeholder updates concerning project outcomes and progress. Project Management Institute. (2021). A guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK guide) seventh edition and the standard for project management (7th ed.). Project Management Institute.
Our group that clear and consistent community, is important in complex projects like the Boola Katitjin to avoid errors, misunderstandings, overlooking some concerns especially on technicalities like sustainability.
Stakeholder disengagement/reduced participation The study noted that marginalized stakeholders are likely to reduce their participation and disengage from the process during the project. The study suggested the need for an explicit plan for stakeholder engagement at the point of making the initial case and before progression. Widn, K., Olander, S., & Atkin, B. (2014). Links between successful innovation diffusion and stakeholder engagement. Journal of Management in Engineering, 30(5), 04014018. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)me.1943-5479.0000214
Our group learned that projects that run within an extended timeline and necessitating high level of engagement could result in stakeholder fatigue where stakeholders become disinterested in taking part in the study.
Unanticipated stakeholder concerns, such as the impact on the local community The study found that an underestimation of the influence of the affected vicinity because of a large sea-crossing bridge in Zhuhai, China that arose after project initiation delayed the project for a year because of an ensuing legal dispute regarding to the ecological impact of the project. Li, T. (2019).Appraisal of decision-making on large-scale transportation infrastructure project: Case study of the Hongkong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge in China(Doctoral dissertation, masters Thesis, Erasmus University, Rotterdam). We learned that for complex projects, it is vital to have room to unforeseen stakeholder concerns that may emerge during the projects course even if they were not there when participation was conducted. Such concerns could create project delays and increase project costs and sometimes necessitate design adjustments.
