@inproceedings{Fatai2023_2054,
  author = {Fatai, Ogunbayo Babatunde and Ohis, Aigbavboa Clinton and Liphadzi, Murendeni and Stephen, Ramabodu Molusiwa and Bola, Ogunbayo Shakirat},
  title = {Assessment of Lean Guided Construction Project Monitoring and Evaluation Practices: Issues and Challenges},
  booktitle = {Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31)},
  year = {2023},
  pages = {1127--1137},
  address = {Lille, France},
  issn = {2789-0015},
  doi = {10.24928/2023/0110},
  url = {https://www.iglc.net/papers/details/2054},
  abstract = {Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practices in construction projects are valuable for managing the execution and ensuring quality project delivery. However, implementing the lean-guided M&E practice in construction projects faces different issues and challenges. The study considered issues and challenges in lean-guided monitoring and evaluation practices for construction projects in South Africa. A field survey was carried out among construction professionals in Mpumalanga province, South Africa, to identify issues and challenges they faced in lean-guided M&E practices on construction project activities. A random sampling method was used to collect data, and 36 questionnaires were retrieved from the construction professionals within the study area. Data collected were computed using a descriptive statistical approach. The valid mean item score was determined in this study by utilizing a statistical data equation (mathematical equation). The study's findings showed that lack of dedicated management staff, proper documentation, and construction project goals were the highestranked challenges facing lean-guided M&E practices in construction projects. The study concluded that construction professionals should be trained on lean principles and their application in different aspects of construction management and planning to improve the M&E practices on construction sites to achieve set project goals.},
  keywords = {Construction projects, monitoring and evaluation, lean construction, lean thinking, South Africa},
}