Collaboration and partnerships

To capture the attention of others and facilitate behavioural change, one must influence emotion to motivate action. The importance of communicating with influence in project environments cannot be undersold. It leads to more efficient project delivery and the development of...

SYSTRA ANZ’s mission is to be there where it matters; on the complex projects with the greatest impact, providing the innovative solutions that will shape the future of our communities. To achieve this, we count on all our employees –...

This abstract provides a concise overview of the engagement of First Nations peoples in Australia, with a particular focus on the geographical differences that shape their experiences. The paper examines the historical context, contemporary challenges, and ongoing efforts towards reconciliation...

A week rarely passes where the nightly news bulletins don’t have at least one story of an unhappy stakeholder claiming they weren’t consulted or their life will be ruined by a project that is proposed or currently underway. Within the...

In 1950, the Japanese film ‘Rashomon’ was released in cinemas. It used a plot device that involved characters providing subjective, alternative and contradictory versions of the same incident. The Rashomon Effect, a term derived from this film, is used to...

The paper delves into the topic of agile project governance, a concept that has traditionally been associated with IT and technology projects. It challenges the notion that agile and governance are contradictory terms. Drawing from various scholarly sources, the paper...

In a landscape of networked businesses and rapid technology changes the ability to collaborate can be an immense source of new value. At this enlightening session participants will gain valuable insights about how todays leaders are looking beyond contract obligations...

Gold Coast Airport (GCA) is the sixth largest airport in Australia and one of the fastest growing. In 2019, GCA embarked on a three-year, $260m expansion of the main terminal building, adding 30,000m2 over three levels. Arup was engaged two...

Concrete as traditionally used in construction is C02 intensive and comprises mostly non-renewable constituents. In the order of 1 tonne of C02 (a significant ‘greenhouse’ gas) is generated for each tonne of Portland Cement produced. Thankfully, many developed countries including...

Engineering construction projects are complex in nature and have significantly increased in size and value in recent years. Challenging ‘Mega-projects’ such as those for transport infrastructure, engage numerous companies employing many thousands of people over long periods of time. The...