http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1175 Search the Channel search http://idea.library.drexel.edu/simple-search http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/2744 Title: Construction contract risk management: a study of practices in the United Kingdom <br/> <br/>Authors: Adams, Francis K. <br/> <br/>Abstract: Although formal analytical processes are applied to the management of economic risks in construction projects, very little is reported on the application of similar processes to the management of construction contract risks. Evidence from other industries however, point to the benefits that such rigorous approaches will offer the construction industry. This article presents the findings of a study conducted to assess the extent to which available techniques for identifying and analyzing risks are applied to construction contract risks by construction professionals in the United Kingdom. The study also sought to evaluate the appropriateness of the predominant techniques used by determining whether the techniques adequately address the nature of contract risks and the significant impact that personal perceptions and biases have on their analysis. The study employed a structured questionnaire survey to collect primary data collection for analysis in order to provide an empirical basis for the major conclusions of the research study. The study found that the predominant approaches to construction contract risks identification and analysis are inappropriate as they rely heavily on single expert assessments and as such do not address the effect of individual perception and biases on the subjective estimates used in their analysis. Sat, 29 Dec 2007 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/2629 Title: Essential formal mentor characteristics and functions in governmental and non-governmental organizations from the program administrator's and the mentor's perspective <br/> <br/>Authors: Smith, Wanda J.; Howard, Jersusalem T.; Harrington, K. Vernard <br/> <br/>Abstract: This study examines (from the formal mentor's perspective) who mentors are (essential traits) as well as what mentors do (essential functions) in four types of organizations (i.e., academic, business, military-armed forces, and military-academic organizations). We found that industry context and gender do significantly influence perceptions of the ideal formal mentor characteristics. Results also indicate formal mentors place more importance on mentor traits (compared to mentor behaviors). Implications for this research include considering revision of the criteria used for the selection of formal mentors. Fri, 29 Oct 2004 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/2059 Title: Witnessing the disintegration of American suburbia <br/> <br/>Authors: Stewart, Jay; Reilly, Joseph A. Wed, 06 Jun 2007 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/2046 Title: City man and country boy: comparing the autobiographies of Benjamin Franklin and David Crockett <br/> <br/>Authors: Reilly, Joseph A. <br/> <br/>Abstract: Public men have always attempted to control and command their public persona. My presentation will compare and contrast the lives and times and persona of Benjamin Franklin, a city man of colonial and Revolutionary times, with David Crockett, a country man of the early Republic and frontier settlement days. I will review the distinct political and social worlds of these notable men. Each was a public figure, a political candidate and attention magnate, and authored an autobiography. The importance of public image in pre-electronic days will be analyzed. Wed, 06 Jun 2007 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1979 Title: From father hunger to sibling society: Robert Bly's observations of American outlook <br/> <br/>Authors: Reilly, Joseph A. Tue, 07 Jun 2005 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1977 Title: Marginality: an individual socialized in 2 cultures sees 2 points of view <br/> <br/>Authors: Reilly, Joseph A. Thu, 05 Jun 2003 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1975 Title: Empathy: a psychohistorical consideration <br/> <br/>Authors: Reilly, Joseph A. Wed, 06 Jun 2001 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1969 Title: Politics: Age of Jackson <br/> <br/>Authors: Reilly, Joseph A. Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1654 Title: Block migration in broadcast-based multiprocessor architectures <br/> <br/>Authors: Katsinis, Constantine <br/> <br/>Abstract: This paper presents techniques that improve the performance of parallel programs on distributed shared memory NUMA multiprocessors by implementing dynamic memory block and page migration. Our techniques address the latencies caused by the contention within the network and attempt to enhance data locality by migrating pages to reduce remote references. We analyze the behavior of eight multiprocessor applications which exhibit a wide range of network traffic patterns. Results show that several applications that encounter hot spots and network congestion see a reduction of run time by more than a factor of ten. Fri, 29 Oct 2004 22:58:59 GMT http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/1256 Title: From face-to-face to cyberspace: examining the impact of instant messaging within already established face-to-face relationships <br/> <br/>Authors: Dietrich, Noel S. <br/> <br/>Abstract: Although numerous studies have investigated the formation of relationships through computer-mediated communication (CMC), their focus has remained on new relationships, formed anonymously through the Internet. This article covers new ground, looking at relationships that are first established face-to-face (FtF), then evolve to include CMC, specifically through the use of America Online’s Instant Messenger service (AIM). Because CMC differs inherently from FtF communication, it seems important to determine if AIM users are able to harmoniously combine online interaction with offline conceptions of their conversational partners. This theoretical model explains various characteristics of CMC and their influences on the specific characteristics of messages that occur over AIM. Further analysis will combine these factors using several perspectives in interpersonal communication, and finally attempt to associate AIM use with positive or negative relational outcomes, specifically the degree of conflict within the relationship. Thu, 22 Apr 2004 22:58:59 GMT