Comparison of Contract General Conditions between the U.S. and China: Becoming More Competitive in the Chinese Construction Market - Couverture souple

Chui, Ka Wah

 
9783639187564: Comparison of Contract General Conditions between the U.S. and China: Becoming More Competitive in the Chinese Construction Market
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 3639187563 ISBN 13 : 9783639187564
Editeur : VDM Verlag, 2009

Synopsis

In light of the fact that the construction projects are expensive, complex, and time consuming undertakings, a well-written contract that specifies each participant?s duties and obligations is required. Furthermore, a well-written contract with regards of business practice differences between the U.S. and China is unquestionably in need by the U.S. owners, design firms, and construction companies who are conducting business in China. In response to this industry need, general conditions of construction contract that commonly used in the U.S. (AIA-A201) and China (GF-1999-0201) have been analyzed and compared. Objectives of this research were to address business practice differences between two countries, identify appropriate content that could be adopted by the U.S. firms, provide guidelines for future development of general conditions in China, and offer means of decision-making for American companies in implementing of general conditions in China. Achieving these objectives could help U.S. companies stay competitive and profitable in China.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

In light of the fact that the construction projects are expensive, complex, and time consuming undertakings, a well-written contract that specifies each participant?s duties and obligations is required. Furthermore, a well-written contract with regards of business practice differences between the U.S. and China is unquestionably in need by the U.S. owners, design firms, and construction companies who are conducting business in China. In response to this industry need, general conditions of construction contract that commonly used in the U.S. (AIA-A201) and China (GF-1999-0201) have been analyzed and compared. Objectives of this research were to address business practice differences between two countries, identify appropriate content that could be adopted by the U.S. firms, provide guidelines for future development of general conditions in China, and offer means of decision-making for American companies in implementing of general conditions in China. Achieving these objectives could help U.S. companies stay competitive and profitable in China.

Biographie de l'auteur

Ka Wah Chui is a Registered Professional Engineer, and LEED Accredited Professional. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Architectural Engineering from the University of Kansas. His research interest is in the area of engineering management & international construction management. Yong Bai is an Associate Professor in the University of Kansas.

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Éditeur
VDM Verlag
Date d'édition
2009
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
3639187563
ISBN 13 
9783639187564
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
180
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