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Emeritus Professor George Ofori from the London South Bank University has urged construction management researchers to consider the specific contexts in which projects are carried out, especially in developing countries.

Speaking at the Joint Safety, Health, and Well-Being in Construction (W099) and People in Construction (W123) International Conference in Kumasi, he emphasized the need for adopting frameworks and approaches to fit local conditions.

“In developing countries, we must recognize the unique environments in which our projects are executed and find more suitable ways of managing them. This requires building a body of knowledge that reflects these new approaches,” Professor Ofori stated.

“In certain countries, the context for executing projects is vastly different from where these frameworks were originally developed. We need tailored solutions for these regions,” he added.

Professor Ofori believes that refining construction knowledge and practices will lead to more effective project management.

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