Critical success factors for construction partnering in Taiwan

Abstract

Partnering is perhaps one of the most innovative developments in delivering a project efficiently and reducing construction disputes. Partnering provides a sound basis for achieving a win–win situation and implementing synergistic teamwork. Ubiquitous research exists regarding the use of partnering in construction. Various potential factors contributing to partnering success have emerged and deserve future study. This study attempts to distinguish these factors based on their degrees of importance in relation to success. Through a questionnaire survey administered to project participants with first-hand partnership experience, the opinions of various parties, including government employees, owners, designers, and contractors, were sought and assessed in relation to construction partnering critical success factors in Taiwan. Certain requirements must be met for partnering to be successful, including a collaborative team culture, a long-term quality focus, consistent objectives, and resource-sharing. Such identification of critical success factors of partnership can be used to devise effective strategies for minimizing construction conflicts and enhancing project performance. Successful construction partnering requires a combined effort from all parties involved.