JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT IN ENGINEERING
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Research Standards in Engineering Management.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Engineering Management Practices:
Focusing on methodologies and frameworks that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of engineering management practices, including project management, risk management, and decision-making processes. - Sustainable Construction and Infrastructure:
Exploring sustainable practices in construction and infrastructure development, including the integration of environmental considerations, resource efficiency, and lifecycle analysis in engineering projects. - Technological Innovations in Engineering:
Investigating the impact of emerging technologies such as BIM, blockchain, and AI on construction practices and project management, facilitating innovation and improving operational efficiency. - Workforce and Organizational Behavior:
Analyzing the dynamics of workforce management, including employee well-being, diversity and inclusion, and leadership strategies that influence project success in the engineering sector. - Risk and Safety Management:
Addressing the identification, assessment, and management of risks in construction and engineering projects, with a strong emphasis on safety practices and accident prevention. - Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
Examining collaborative approaches and stakeholder involvement in project delivery, focusing on enhancing communication and cooperation among diverse project participants.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation and Smart Technologies:
An increasing number of papers are exploring the integration of digital technologies, such as AI, IoT, and advanced data analytics, into engineering practices, highlighting the importance of digital transformation in improving project outcomes. - Sustainability and Resilience in Engineering:
There is a growing emphasis on research addressing sustainability and resilience, particularly in the context of climate change and disaster management, reflecting the industry's shift towards more sustainable practices. - Workforce Well-Being and Diversity:
Emerging themes focus on the well-being of construction and engineering professionals, alongside initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity and inclusion within the workforce, indicating a societal shift towards equity in the workplace. - Cybersecurity in Construction Management:
With the increasing reliance on digital tools and data management, cybersecurity has become a critical theme, with papers addressing the vulnerabilities and protective measures necessary for safeguarding sensitive information in construction projects. - Collaborative and Integrated Project Delivery Methods:
Recent publications are exploring innovative collaborative approaches, such as Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and lean construction practices, reflecting a trend towards more efficient and cooperative project execution.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Project Management Methods:
As the field embraces more innovative and technology-driven approaches, traditional project management methodologies are receiving less attention, indicating a shift towards agile and adaptive management practices. - Generalized Risk Assessment Frameworks:
The journal has seen a decline in papers focusing on broad risk assessment frameworks, as research increasingly favors specialized, context-specific risk management strategies tailored to specific types of projects. - Conventional Safety Training Approaches:
With the rise of immersive technologies and data-driven safety solutions, conventional safety training methods are being overshadowed by more innovative approaches, leading to a decline in related publications. - Economic Analysis in Isolation:
The focus on economic analyses that do not incorporate social and environmental dimensions is waning, as integrated approaches that consider sustainability and stakeholder impacts gain traction. - Static Organizational Structures:
Research on rigid organizational structures is declining in favor of studies that explore dynamic, flexible organizational frameworks that better align with modern project environments.
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