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Gary D. Holt ONC, HNC, BSc(Hons), PhD, FCIOB, FRSA Professor of Innovation in Machinery Management
Birmingham City Business School
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Academic Journal Research Papers Presently in Review
British Construction Business 1700—2000…
Electricity Efficiency and US Energy Programs…
Determinants of Management Innovation …
Interrelationships between Theory and Research Impact …
Analysis of Characteristics Affecting Projects’ Completion Time…
Interrelationships among Excavator Productivity Modifying Factors…
Tangible Asset Decision Making…
Project Performance…
Key performance Indicators and Procurement…
Business Evolution Models…
Antecedents of project success…
Academic Journal Papers
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2014). Machinery Transportation Management: Case Study of ‘Plant-
trailer’ H&S Incidents. Forthcoming. Built Environment Project and Asset Management. ISSN (print):
2044-124X. Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.
Holt, G. D. (2014). Reply: The Door is Ajar – Response to ‘Project Management: A Profession with a
Hole in its Head or, Why a Change in the Culture of Academic Support is needed for the Profession’.
Forthcoming. Engineering Project Organization Journal. (Print), 2157-3735 (Online). London: Taylor
and Francis.
Owusu-Manu, D., Holt, G.D. Edwards, D.J. and Badu, E. (2014). Determinants of Trade Credit Supply
among the Ghanaian Construction Sector. Forthcoming. Built Environment Project and Asset
Management. Special issue on Project Management and Asset Management in Emerging Economies.
ISSN (print): 2044-124X. Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.
Endut, I. R., Shehu, Z., Akintoye, A. and Holt, G. D. (2014). Analysis of Characteristics Affecting
Completion Time for Malaysian Construction Projects. Forthcoming. Built Environment Project and
Asset Management. ISSN (print): 2044-124X. Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.
Shehu, Z., Endut, I.R., Akintoye, A. and Holt, G.D. (2014). Cost Overrun in the Malaysian
Construction Industry Projects: A Deeper Insight. International Journal of Project Management.
Published online, print forthcoming. ISSN: 0263-7863 (print). Amsterdam: Elsevier. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijproman.2014.04.004
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2014). Antecedents of Health and Safety Issues Relating to Trailers
used for Moving Plant and Equipment. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management.
Published online, print forthcoming. ISSN: 0733-9364 (print). Virginia: The American Society of Civil
Engineers. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000869
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Holt, G. D. (2014). Industrial Innovation: Historical Case Study of the Claerwen Dam. Built
Environment Project and Asset Management. Vol. 4, No. 2, pp146—165. ISSN (print): 2044-124X.
Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/BEPAM-08-2013-0032
Shehu, Z., Elma, N. Endut, I.R. and Holt, G.D. (2014). Factors Influencing Road Infrastructure
Damage in Malaysia. Infrastructure Asset Management. Vol. 1, No. 2, pp45—52. E-ISSN: 2053-0250.
London: ICE Publishing, Thomas Telford Ltd.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1680/iasma.14.00010
Holt, G. D. and Goulding, J. (2014). Conceptualisation of Ambiguous-Mixed-Methods within Building
and Construction Research. The Journal of Engineering, Design, and Technology. Vol. 12, No. 2,
pp244—262. ISSN: 1726-0531 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-02-2013-0020
Holt, G. D. (2014). Infrastructure and Assets: What Role History? Infrastructure and Asset
Management. Vol. 1, No. 1, pp3—4. London: ICE Publishing, Thomas Telford Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1680/iasma.13.00006
Holt, G. D. (2014). Unambiguous Nomenclature for ‘Cyclopean’ British Dam Building History. Dams
and Reservoirs the Official Journal of the British Dam Society. Vol. 23, No. 2, pp78—84. ISSN: 1368-
1494 (print). London: The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE Publishing Ltd.) DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1680/dare.13.00026
Holt, G. D. (2014). Guest Editorial – Asking Questions, Analysing Answers: Relative Importance
Revisited. Construction Innovation: Information, Process, Management. Vol. 14, No. 1, pp2—16.
ISSN: 1471-4175 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/CI-
06-2012-0035
Owusu-Manu, D., Edwards, D.J., Holt, G.D. and Prince, C. (2014). Industry and Higher Education
Integration: A Focus on Quantity Surveying Practice. Industry and Higher Education. Vol. 28, No. 1,
pp27—37. ISSN: 0950-4222 (print). London: IP Publishing Ltd.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5367/ihe.2014.0188
Holt, G. D. (2013). Historical Perspectives of Engineering Project Design, Organization and
Management: Construction of the Elan Valley Dams. Engineering Project Organization Journal. Vol.
3, No. 4, pp213—226. ISSN: 2157-3727 (Print), 2157-3735 (Online). London: Taylor and Francis.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/21573727.2013.805688
Holt, G. D. (2013). Note. Issues of Importance, Timing and Method Relating to Peer Review of Journal
Manuscripts. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction. Vol. 18, No. 3,
pp282—290. ISSN: 1366-4387 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/JFMPC-05-2013-0019
Holt, G. D. (2013). Construction Business Failure: Conceptual Synthesis of Causal Agents.
Construction Innovation: Information, Process, Management. Vol. 13, No. 1, pp50—76. ISSN: 1471-
4175 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/14714171311296057
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2013). Analysis of UK Off-highway Construction Machinery Market
and its Consumers, Using New-plant Sales Data. Journal of Construction Engineering and
Management. Vol. 139, No. 5, pp529—537. ISSN: 0733-9364 (print), 1943-7862 (online). Virginia:
Gary D. Holt ONC, HNC, BSc(Hons), PhD, FCIOB, FRSA Professor of Innovation in Machinery Management
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The American Society of Civil Engineers. Virginia: The American Society of Civil Engineers. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000584
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2013). Inter-organizational Interactions among a Sample of Plant-
reliant Construction Subcontractors. Engineering Project Organization Journal. Vol. 3, No. 2, pp100—
115. ISSN: 2157-3727 (Print), 2157-3735 (Online). London: Taylor and Francis. URL:
http://www.tandfonline.com/toc/tepo20/current
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2013). Guidance on Brake Testing for Rubber-tyred Vehicles
Operating in Quarries, Open Cast Coal Sites and Mines (2nd edition). The Off-highway Plant and
Equipment Research Centre and the Mineral Products Qualifications Council. Dudley: On Track Multi
Media. ISBN: 978-1-906977-05-4. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=48
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2013). Guidance on Using Excavators for Object Handling (Using
Excavators as ‘Cranes’). The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre in collaboration with
Birmingham City Business School. Dudley: On Track Multi Media. ISBN: 978-1-906977-05-4. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_items.asp?type=pub
Owusu-Manu, D., Badu, E., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2013). Factor Analysis of Strategic Issues
Underpinning the Innovative Financing of Infrastructure. Journal of Construction Engineering and
Management. Vol. 139, No. 6, pp726—737. ISSN: 0733-9364 (print), 1943-7862 (online). Virginia:
The American Society of Civil Engineers. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-
7862.0000641
Owusu-Manu, D., Badu, E., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. and Lichtenstein, S. (2013). Corporate
Social Responsibility: Architecture and Project Alignments, within the Ghanaian Construction Industry.
The Journal of Engineering, Design, and Technology. Vol. 11, No. 3, pp334—353. ISSN: 1726-0531
(print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-09-2012-0041
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2012). Innovation or Business Survival? A Preliminary, Qualitative,
Study of Construction Plant Supply Chains. Construction Innovation: Information, Process,
Management. Vol. 12, No. 1, pp99-122. ISSN: 1471-4175 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing
Ltd. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/14714171211197526
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2012). Guidance on Using Excavators for Object Handling (Using
Excavators as ‘Cranes’). Published in association with the Off-highway Plant and Equipment Research
Centre. Dudley: On Track Multi Media. ISBN: (Peer reviewed industry guidance, paperback and PDF).
URL: http://www.operc.com/bs_items.asp?type=pub
Hollyhead, A., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2012). A Preliminary Examination of the use of Virtual
Learning Environment (VLE) and Social Network Site (SNS) Hosted Forums, in Higher Education
Provision. Industry and Higher Education. Vol. 26, No. 5, pp369—379. ISSN: 0950-4222 (print).
London: IP Publishing Ltd. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5367/ihe.2012.0115
Owusu-Manu, D., Badu, E., Edwards, D. J. Adesi, M. and Holt, G. D. (2012). Conceptualisation of the
Consultancy Pricing Paradox. Structural Survey. Vol. 30, No. 4, pp35—378. ISSN: 0263-080X (print).
Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02630801211256706
Ofori-Badu, A. N., Owusu-Manu, D., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2012). Exploration of
Management Practices for LEED Projects: Lessons from Successful Green Building Contractors.
Gary D. Holt ONC, HNC, BSc(Hons), PhD, FCIOB, FRSA Professor of Innovation in Machinery Management
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Structural Survey. Vol. 30, No. 2, pp145—162. ISSN: 0263-080X (print). Bingley: Emerald Group
Publishing. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02630801211228743
Hampton, G. A., Baldwin, A. N. and Holt, G. D. (2012). Project Delays and Cost: Stakeholder
Perceptions of Traditional v. PPP Procurement. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and
Construction. Vol. 17, No. 1, pp73—91. ISSN: 1366-4387 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13664381211211055
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2011). Mini-excavator Safety: Towards Innovative Stability Testing,
Procurement and Manufacture. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management. Vol. 137, No.
12, pp1125—1133. ISSN: 0733-9364 (print), 1943-7862 (online). Virginia: The American Society of
Civil Engineers. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000383
Riaz, Z., Edwards, D. J., Holt, G. D. and Thorpe, T. (2011). Data Flow Analysis of Plant and
Equipment Health and Safety Management. The Journal of Engineering, Design, and Technology. Vol.
9, No. 2, pp178—203. ISSN: 1726-0531 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. (Highly
commended paper in the Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology at the Literati network
awards for excellence 2012). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/17260531111151069
Owusu-Manu, D., Badu, E., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2011). Innovative Financing of
Infrastructure Projects Delivery in Ghana: Conceptual and Empirical Observations. Engineering Project
Organisation Journal. Vol. 1, No. 4, pp255—268. ISSN: 2157-3727 (print). London: Taylor and
Francis. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/21573727.2011.597744
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2011). Slips, Trips, Falls and Other Risks when Accessing, Egressing
or Working Upon Workplace Transport. The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre in
collaboration with Birmingham City Business School. Dudley: On Track Multi Media. ISBN: 978-1-
906977-05-4 (print). URL: http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=47 (Peer
reviewed industry guidance, paperback and PDF).
Riaz, Z., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2010). Data Flow and ‘Constant Comparison’ Analysis of
Plant and Equipment H&S Management Processes. The International Journal of Project Planning and
Finance. Vol. 1, No. 1, pp142-168. Ghana: The Construction Industry Development Institute. ISSN:
2026-5190 (print). URL: http://cidighana.org/pages/index.php?siteid=cidighana&page=journal.
Edwards D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2010). Case Study Analysis of Construction Excavator H&S Overturn
Incidents. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 17, No. 5, pp493-511. ISSN:
0969-9988 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09699981011074583
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2010). Cost Effective Risk Assessment of Hand-Arm Vibration
Exposure. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction. Vol. 15, No. 2, pp158-
175. Emerald Group Publishing. ISSN: 1366-4387 (print). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13664381011063449
Holt, G. D. (2010). Contractor Selection Innovation: Examination of Two Decades’ Published
Research. Construction Innovation: Information, Process, Management. Vol. 10, No. 3, pp304-328.
ISSN: 1471-4175 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. (Awarded Best paper in the
journal Construction Innovation at the Literati network awards for excellence 2011). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/14714171011060097
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Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2010). Analysis of Hand-Arm Vibration Risk to Highway Utilities
Maintenance and Repair Operatives. Automation in Construction. Vol.19, No.5, pp580-587. ISSN:
0926-5805 (print). Amsterdam: Elsevier. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2010.02.002
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2010). Case Study Analysis of Risk from Using Excavators as
‘Cranes’. Automation in Construction. Vol.19, No. 2, pp127-133. ISSN: 0926-5805 (print). Amsterdam:
Elsevier. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2009.12.013
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2010). The Case For ‘3D Triangulation’ When Applied to Construction
Management Research. Construction Innovation: Information, Process, Management. Vol. 10, No. 1,
pp25-41. ISSN: 1471-4175 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/14714171011018292
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2009). New Stability Field Tests for Construction Excavators.
Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 16, No. 4, pp. 337-352. ISSN: 0969-
9988 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09699980910970833
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2009). Construction Plant and Equipment Management Research:
Thematic Review. The Journal of Engineering, Design, and Technology. Vol.7, No. 2, pp186-206.
ISSN: 1726-0531 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/17260530910974989
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2008). Protecting Capital Investment in Plant and Equipment: Case
Study Observations of Post-Theft Recovery. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and
Construction. Vol. 13, No. 2, pp96-110. Emerald Group Publishing. ISSN: 1366-4387 (print). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13664380810898113
Edwards D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2008). Health and Safety Issues Relating to Construction Excavators
and their Attachments. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 15, No. 4,
pp321-335. Emerald. ISSN: 0969 9988 (print). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09699980810886838
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2008). Construction Workers’ Health and Safety Knowledge: Initial
Observations on Some Test Result Data. The Journal of Engineering, Design, and Technology. Vol. 6,
No. 1, pp65-80. ISSN: 1726-0531 (print). Bingley: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. (Awarded best
paper in the Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology at the Literati network awards for
excellence 2009). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/17260530810863343
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Risk-Assessing Hand-Arm Vibration Exposure: The Role of
‘HAVTEC’. CIOB Construction Information Quarterly. Paper 217, Vol. 9, No. 2, pp74-79. Berks: The
Chartered Institute of Building. DOI: http://www.atypon-link.com/CIB/doi/abs/10.5555/coiq.9.2.74
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Perceptions of Workplace Vibration Hazards Among a Small
Sample of UK Construction Professionals. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management.
Vol. 14, No. 3, pp261-276. Emerald. ISSN: 0969 9988 (print). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09699980710744908
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Construction Hand Tools: Vibration Emissions from Alternative
Inserts. Building Research and Information – The International Journal of Research, Development and
Demonstration. Vol. 35, No. 3, pp329-342. London: Routledge. ISSN: 0961-3218 (print). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613210601002772
Gary D. Holt ONC, HNC, BSc(Hons), PhD, FCIOB, FRSA Professor of Innovation in Machinery Management
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Carmichael, R., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Plant Managers’ Perceptions of Plant Security
Systems. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 14, No. 1, pp65-78. Oxford:
Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969 9988 (print). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09699980710716981
Edwards D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2006). Hand-Arm Vibration Exposure from Construction Tools: Results
of a Field Study. Construction Management and Economics. (February) Vol. 24, No. 2, pp 209-217.
London: Routledge. ISSN: 0144-6193 (print). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01446190500310643
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2006). Hand-Arm Vibration Controls: A Perspective Based On
Performance and Cost Dimensions. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction.
Vol. 11, No. 1, pp 147-158. (March). ISSN: 1366 – 4387 (print). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13664380680001077
Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2005). Domestic Builder Selection in the UK Housing Repair and
Maintenance Sector: A Critique. The Journal of Construction Research. Vol. 6, No. 1, pp 123-137.
Hong Kong Institute of Building. ISSN: 1609-9451 (print). DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/S1609945105000298
Edwards D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2005). Exposure to Hand-Arm Vibration: Implications of New Statutory
Requirements. Building Research and Information – The International Journal of Research,
Development and Demonstration. Vol. 33, No. 3, pp 257 – 266. London: Routledge. ISSN: 0961-3218
(print). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613210500082552
Wong, C. H. and Holt, G. D. (2003). Developing a Contractor Classification Model Using a
Multivariate Discriminant Analysis Approach. Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Foundation
Research Paper Series. Vol. 4, No. 20 (April). London: Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. URL:
http://www.rics.org/site/scripts/download_info.aspx?fileID=2926&categoryID=450
Wong, C. H., Nicholas, J. and Holt, G. D. (2003). Using Multivariate Techniques for Developing
Contractor Classification Models. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 10,
No. 2, pp99-116. Emerald: MCB University Press Ltd. ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09699980310466587
Love, P.E.D., Holt, G. D. and Li, H. (2002). Triangulation in Construction Management Research.
Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 9, No. 1. Oxford: Blackwell Science.
ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021224
Love, P.E.D., Tse, R. Y., Holt, G. D. and Proverbs, D. G. (2002). Transaction Costs, Learning and
Alliances in Construction. Journal of Construction Research. Vol. 3, No. 2, pp 193-207. Hong Kong
Institute of Building. ISSN: 1609-9451. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/S1609945102000199
Love, P.E.D., Holt, G. D., Shen, L.Y., Li, H. and Irani, Z. (2002). Using Systems Dynamics to Better
Understand Change and Rework in Construction Project Management Systems. The International
Journal of Project Management. Vol. 20, No. 6, pp 425-436. Oxford: Elsevier Science Ltd. ISSN:
0263-7863. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0263-7863(01)00039-4
Edwards, D.J., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (2002). Predicting Downtime Costs of Tracked Hydraulic
Excavators Operating in the UK Opencast Mining Industry. Construction Management and Economics.
Vol. 20, pp 581-591. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01446190210163552
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Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2002). An Artificial Intelligence Approach for Improving Plant
Operator Maintenance Proficiency. Journal of Quality in Maintenance Engineering. ISSN: 1355-2511.
Yorkshire: MCB University Press. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13552510210439810
Yang, Z. J., Chen, J. F. and Holt, G. D. (2001). Efficient Evaluation of Stress Intensity Factors Using
Virtual Crack Extension Technique. Computers and Structures, Vol. 79, No. 1, pp 2705-2715. Elsevier
Science. ISSN: 0045-7949. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0045-7949(01)00146-8
Sonmez, M., Yang, J. B. and Holt, G. D. (2001). Addressing the Contractor Selection Problem Using
an Evidential Reasoning Approach. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 8,
No. 3, pp 186-198. Oxford: Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021182
Nesan, L. J., and Holt, G. D. (2001). Assessment of Organisational Involvement in Implementing
Empowerment. The International Journal of Agile Management Systems. Vol. 2, No. 3. ISSN: 1465-
4652. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09576060210426903
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2001). Predicting Construction Plant Maintenance Expenditure.
Building Research and Information – The International Journal of Research, Development and
Demonstration. Vol. 29, No. 6, pp 417-427. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613210152620813
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D. and Edwards, D. J. (2001). Towards a Risk Assessment Model for Evaluating
Construction Contractors’ Creditworthiness. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and
Construction. Vol. 6, No. 1, pp 31-40. The University of Ulster. ISSN: 1366 – 4387.
Wong, C. H., Holt, G. D. and Harris, P. T. (2001). Pre-Qualification Criteria: A Survey of UK
Construction Practitioners’ Opinions. The Journal of Construction Research. Vol. 2, No. 1. pp 41-56.
Hong Kong Institute of Building. ISSN: 1609-9451. URL:
http://www.hkir.com/hkiob/jcrcontent.php?id=5
Wong, C. H., Holt, G. D. and Harris, P. T. (2001). Multi-criteria Selection or Lowest Price?
Investigation of UK Construction Clients’ Tender Evaluation Preferences. Engineering, Construction
and Architectural Management. Vol. 8, No. 4, pp 257-271. Oxford: Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969
9988. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021187
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2001). An Analysis of Construction Plant Utilisation, Standing Time
and Cumulative Breakdown. The Journal of Construction Research. Vol. 2, No. 1. pp 115-126. Hong
Kong Institute of Building. ISSN: 1609-9451. URL: http://www.hkir.com/hkiob/jcrcontent.php?id=8
Cabahug, R. R., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2001). Certified Skills of Plant Operators for
Maintaining Construction Plant. The Journal of Construction Research. Vol. 2, No. 1. pp 127-134.
Hong Kong Institute of Building. ISSN: 1609-9451. URL:
http://www.hkir.com/hkiob/jcrcontent.php?id=8
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D. and Proverbs, D. G. (2001). Towards Standardising The Assessment of Flood
Damaged Properties in the UK. Structural Survey. Vol. 19, No. 4, pp 173-184. MCB University press.
ISSN: 0263-080X. (awarded “best publication in structural survey 2001” through emerald via mcb
university press). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02630800110406667
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Soetanto, R., Proverbs, D. and Holt, G. D. (2001). Achieving Quality Construction Products Based on
Harmonious Working Relationships: Clients’ and Architects’ Perceptions of Contractor Performance.
The International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management. Vol. 18, No. 5, pp 528-548. ISSN:
0265-671X. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02656710110392836
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (2000). A Model for Predicting Plant Maintenance Costs.
Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 18, No. 1, pp. 65-75. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN:
0144-6193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461900370960
Edwards, D, and Holt, G. D. (2000). ESTIVATE: A Methodology For Calculating Hydraulic Excavator
Productivity and Output Costs. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 7, No.
1, pp 52-62. Oxford: Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021132
Edwards, D., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (2000). A Comparative Analysis between the Multilayer
Perceptron ‘Neural Network’ and Multiple Regression Analysis for Predicting Construction Plant
Maintenance Costs. Journal of Quality in Maintenance Engineering. Vol. 6, No. 1, pp 45-60. ISSN:
1355-2511. Yorks: MCB University Press. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13552510010371376
Love, P.E.D., Li, H., Irani, Z and Holt, G. D. (2000). Rethinking TQM: Toward a Framework for
Facilitating Learning and Change in Construction Organisations. Total Quality Management. Bi-
Monthly for Total Quality Management (Special Issue). Vol. 12, No. 2, pp 107-116. MCB Press. ISSN:
0954-478X. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09544780010318361
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Harris, P. (2000). Materials Suppliers: The Builder’s Banker? The
Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction. Vol. 4, No. 3, pp 29-38. The
University of Ulster. ISSN: 1366 – 4387.
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (2000). Estimating Life Cycle Plant Maintenance Costs.
Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 18, No. 4, pp 427-435. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN:
0144-6193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01446190050024842
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Mihsein, M. (2000). Contractor Financial Credit Limits: Their Derivation
and Implications For Materials Suppliers. Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 18, No. 5, pp
535-545. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461900407347
Holt. G. D., Love, P.E.D. and Li. H. (2000). The Learning Organisation: Towards a Paradigm for
Mutually Beneficial Strategic Construction Alliances. The International Journal of Project
Management. Vol. 18, No. 6, pp 415-421. Oxford: Elsevier Science Ltd. ISSN: 0263-7863. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0263-7863(99)00066-6
Holt, G. D., Love, P.E.D and Nesan, L-J. (2000). Employee Empowerment in Construction: An
Implementation Model for Process Improvement. The Journal of Team Performance Management. Vol.
6, No. 3&4, pp 47-51. MCB University Press. ISSN: 1352-7592. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13527590010343007
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Harris, P. (2000). Suppliers’ Debt Collection and Contractor
Creditworthiness Evaluation. Building Research and Information – The International Journal of
Research, Development and Demonstration. Vol. 28, No. 4, pp 268-279. London: E and FN Spon.
ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613210050073724
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Proverbs, D.G. and Holt, G. D. (2000). A Theoretical Model for Optimum Project (Time) Performance
Based on European Best Practice. (Invited paper). Construction Management and Economics. Special
issue: The European Construction Industry. Vol. 17, pp 657-665. No. 5. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN:
0144-6193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461900414718
Edwards, D., Holt, G. D. (2000). Quantifying the Cost of Plant Operators’ Productivity. The Journal of
Financial Management of Property and Construction. Vol. 5, No. 1&2, pp 85-92. The University of
Ulster. ISSN: 1366 – 4387.
Holt, G. D. and Faniran, S. (2000). Construction Management Research: A Blend of Rationalist and
Interpretative Paradigms. The Journal of Construction Research. Vol. 1, No. 2, pp 177-182. The Hong
Kong Institute of Building. URL: http://www.hkir.com/hkiob/jcrcontent.php?id=7
Proverbs, D. G., Holt, G. D. (2000). Reducing Construction Costs: European Best Practice Supply
Chain Implications. European Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management. Special Edition:
Construction Supply-Chain Management. Vol. 6, No. 3 / 4, pp 149-158. Elsevier Science Ltd. ISSN
0969-7012. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0969-7012(00)00011-3
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Love, P.E.D. (2000). Impacts of Credit Control and Debt Collection
Procedures upon Suppliers’ Turnover. The European Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management.
Vol. 6, No. 3 / 4, pp 237-243. Elsevier Science Ltd. ISSN 0969-7012. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0969-7012(00)00021-6
Edwards, D., Holt, G. D. and Spreckley, J. G. (2000). Application of the Multilayer Perceptron ‘Neural
Network’ For Predicting Construction Plant Downtime Costs. The Journal of Computer-Integrated
Design and Construction. Vol. 2, No. 3, pp 183-192. London: SETO —subsidiary of the Institution of
Structural Engineers. URL: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/it-aec/volume2issue3.htm
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Mihsein. M. (2000). Predicting Materials Suppliers’ Bad Debt. Journal of
Construction Research. Vol. 1, No. 2, pp 159-168. Hong Kong Institute of Building. URL:
http://www.hkir.com/hkiob/jcrcontent.php?id=7
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Mihsein, M. (2000). Forecasting Construction Materials Suppliers’
Financial Turnover. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 7, No. 3, pp 221-
231. Oxford: Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021147
Wong, C. H., Holt, G. D. and Cooper, P. (2000). Lowest Price or Value? Investigation of UK
Construction Clients’ Tender Selection Process. Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 18, pp
767-774. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461900433050
Love, P. E. D. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Construction Business Performance Measurement: The SPM
Alternative. Business Process Management Journal. Vol. 5, No. 5, pp 408-416. MCB University Press.
ISSN: 1463-7154. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/14637150010352417
Soetanto, R., Proverbs, D and Holt, G. D. (2000). Achieving Quality Construction Projects Based On
Harmonious Working Relationships: Clients’ and Architects’ Perceptions of Contractor Performance.
The International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management. Vol. 18, No's 4 and 5, pp 528-548.
MCB University Press. ISSN: 0265-671X. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02656710110392836
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Holt, G. D., Proverbs, D. and Whitehouse, L. (2000). A Survey of Public Sector Procurement in
England. The Journal of Construction Procurement. Vol. 7, No. 1, pp 3-10. ISSN: 1358-9180.
Treloar, G. J., Love, P.E.D. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Using National Input-Output Data for Embodied
Energy Analysis of Individual Residential Buildings. Construction Management and Economics. Vol.
19, No., 1, pp 49-61. London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461901452076
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Harris, P. (2000). An Investigation into Predicting Materials Suppliers’
Profit Margins. The Journal of Construction Procurement. Vol. 6, No. 2, pp 231-245. ISSN: 1358-
9180.
Mbugua, L., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P. O. (2000). An Evaluation of Self-Assessment Frameworks
for Business Self-Assessment and Their Application in UK Construction. The Journal of Financial
Management of Property and Construction. Vol. 5, No. 3, pp 135-148. The University of Ulster. ISSN:
1366 – 4387.
Proverbs, D. Nicholas, J. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Surveying Flood Damage to Domestic Dwellings:
The Present State of Knowledge. RICS Research Foundation Paper Series. Vol. 3, No. 8, November.
ISBN: 0-84219-033-4. URL: http://www.rics.org/site/scripts/downloads_index.aspx
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). A Method for Estimating Labour
Requirements and Costs for International Construction Projects at Inception. Building and
Environment. Vol. 34, No. 1, pp 43-48. Elsevier Science. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0360-1323(97)00064-4
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). Factors Impacting Construction Project
Duration: A Comparison between France, Germany and the UK. Building and Environment. Vol. 34,
No. 2, pp 197-204. Elsevier Science. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0360-
1323(98)00004-3
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). A Comparative Evaluation of Reinforcement
Fixing Productivity Rates amongst French, German and UK Construction Contractors. Engineering,
Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 5, No. 4, pp 350-358. Oxford: Blackwell Science.
ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021088
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). Productivity Rates and Construction Methods
for High-Rise Concrete Construction: A Comparative Evaluation of UK, German and French
Contractors. Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 17, No. 1, pp 45-52. London: E and FN
Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461999371817
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). The Management of Labour on High Rise
Construction Projects: An International Investigation. The International Journal of Project
Management. Oxford: Elsevier Science Ltd. Vol. 17, No. 3, pp 195-204. ISSN: 0263-7863. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0263-7863(98)00025-8
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye P.O. (1999). European Construction Contractors: A
Productivity Appraisal of Insitu Concrete Operations. Construction Management and Economics. Vol.
17, No. 2, pp 221-230. London: E & F.N. Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461999371727
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Zhang, P., Harris, F.C., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Holt, G. D. (1999). Location Optimisation for a Group of
Tower Cranes. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management. Vol. 125, No.2, pp 115-124.
The American Society of Civil Engineers. March/April issue. ISSN: 0733-9364. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1999)125:2(115)
Proverbs, D. P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). Factors in Formwork Selection: A
Comparative Investigation. Building Research and Information – The International Journal of
Research, Development and Demonstration. Vol. 27, No. 2, pp 109-119. London: E & FN Spon. ISSN:
0961-3218. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/096132199369570
Nicholas, J., Holt, G. D., and Harris, P. (1999). Financial Business Relationships: A Conceptual Model
for Evaluating Contractors' Creditworthiness. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and
Construction. Vol. 3, No. 3, pp 17-36. The University of Ulster. ISSN: 1366 – 4387.
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1999). Predicting Plant Maintenance Costs: Used Oil
Analysis and Management Strategy. International Mining and Minerals. Vol. 2, No. 19, pp 181-185.
Doncaster: The Institution of Mining and Metallurgy. ISSN: 1461-4715.
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1999). Construction Plant Management: Maintenance and
Breakdown Costs. Construction Information Quarterly. Vol. 1, No. 1, pp 18-24. Construction Paper
102. Ascot: The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). Construction Resource / Method Factors
Influencing Productivity For High Rise Concrete Construction. Construction Management and
Economics. London: E and FN Spon. Vol. 17, No. 5, pp 577-587. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461999371196
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1999). Predicting Maintenance Expenditure on Construction
Plant: Model Development and Performance Analysis. The Journal of Financial Management of
Property and Construction. Vol. 4, No. 1, pp 31-45. The University of Ulster. ISSN: 1366 – 4387.
Proverbs, D., Holt, G. D., and Love, P.E.D. (1999). The Logistics of Materials Management in High
Rise Construction. The International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management. Vol.
29, No. 10, pp 659-675. West Yorkshire: MCB University Press. ISSN: 0960-0035. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09600039910300037
Gyampoh-Vidogah, R., Proverbs, D., Chen, J. and Holt, G. D. and Moreton, R. (1999). Cutting
Construction Costs: EDMS as an Administrative and Communication Tool. The International Journal
of Construction Information Technology. Special edition on Information Technology for effective
Construction Management. Vol. 7, No. 2, pp 59-72.
Kaming, P.F. Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1998). What Motivates Construction
Craftsmen In Developing Countries? A case study of Indonesia. Building and Environment. Vol. 33,
Nos. 2-3, pp 131-141. Oxford: Pergamon Press. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0360-1323(97)00041-3
Kaming, P.F., Holt, G. D. Kometa, S. T. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1998). Severity Diagnosis of
Productivity Problems – A Reliability Analysis. The International Journal of Project Management.
Vol. 16, No. 2, pp 107-113. Elsevier Science Ltd. ISSN: 0263-7863. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0263-7863(97)00036-7
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Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1998). Scaffolding for High Rise Concrete
Construction: A French, German and Uk Comparison. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers,
Structures and Buildings. Vol. 128, pp 59-66.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1680/istbu.1998.30035
Holt, G. D. (1998). Which Contractor Selection Methodology? The International Journal of Project
Management. Vol. 16, No. 3, pp 153-164. Elsevier Science Ltd. ISSN: 0263-7863. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0263-7863(97)00035-5
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1998). Used Oil Analysis: Methods, Applications and
Limitations of its Use On UK Construction Plant. CIOB Campus Construction. Pp 13-16. Englemere:
The Chartered Institute of Building.
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1998). A Comparative Evaluation of Planning
Engineers' Formwork Productivity Rates in European Construction. Building and Environment. Vol. 33,
No. 4, pp 181-187. Oxford: Pergamon Press. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0360-
1323(97)00035-8
Edwards D.J., Holt, G. D. and Harris F.C. (1998). Predictive Maintenance Techniques and Their
Relevance to Construction Plant. Journal of Quality in Maintenance Engineering. Vol. 4, No. 1, pp 25-
37. ISSN: 1355-2511. Yorkshire: MCB University Press. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/13552519810369057
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1998). A Comparative Evaluation of Concrete
Placing Productivity Rates, Amongst French, German and UK Construction Contractors. Engineering,
Construction and Architectural Management. Vol. 5, No. 2, pp174-181. Oxford: Blackwell Science.
ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021072
Jennings, P. and Holt, G. D. (1998). Prequalification and Multi-Criteria Selection: A Measure Of Uk
Contractors' Opinions. Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 16, No. 6, pp 651-660.
London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461998371944
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1998). Financial Management of Construction Plant:
Conceptualising Cost Prediction. The Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction.
Vol. 3, No. 2, pp 59-74. The University of Ulster. ISSN: 1366 – 4387
Kaming, P.F., Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1997). Regional Comparison of
Indonesian Construction Productivity. Journal of Management in Engineering. Vol. 13, No. 2, pp 33-
39. March/April ed. American Society of Civil Engineers. ISSN: 0742-597X. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0742-597X(1997)13:2(33)
Kaming, P.F., Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1997). Factors Influencing Construction
Time and Cost Overruns on High Rise Projects In Indonesia. Construction Management and
Economics. Vol. 15, No. 1. pp 83-94. London: E & FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461997373132
Kaming, P.F., Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1997). Factors Influencing Craftsmen's
Productivity in Indonesia. The International Journal of Project Management. Vol. 15, No. 1, pp 21-30.
Reed Elsevier plc Group. ISSN: 0263-7863. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0263-7863(96)00019-1
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Zakeri, M., Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1997). Factors Affecting the Motivation of
Iranian Construction Operatives. Building and Environment. Vol. 32, No. 2, pp 161-166. Oxford:
Pergamon Press. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0360-1323(96)00044-3
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1997). Factors Influencing the Choice of Concrete
Supply Methods in the UK. Building Research and Information – The International Journal of
Research, Development and Demonstration. Vol. 25, No.3, pp 176-184. London: E. and FN Spon.
ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/096132197370444
Holt, G. D. (1997). Construction Research Questionnaires and Attitude Measurement: Relative Index
or Mean? Journal of Construction Procurement. Vol. 3, No. 2, pp 88-96. Special edition:
Methodological Issues in Construction Management Research. The University of Glamorgan:
International procurement research group. ISSN: 1358-9180.
Holt, G. D. (1997). Classifying Construction Contractors: a Case Study Using Cluster Analysis.
Building Research and Information. Vol. 25, No. 6, pp 374-382. London: E & FN Spon. ISSN: 0961-
3218. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/096132197370200
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1996). Tendering Procedures, Contractual
Arrangements and Latham -The Contractors' View. Engineering, Construction and Architectural
Management. Vol. 3, No's 1 and 2, pp 97-115. Oxford: Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb021025
Edwards, D.J., Harris, P.T. and Holt, G. D. (1996). The Greenhouse Effect: Impact Upon, and the Role
to Be Played, By Construction. Building Research and Information – The International Journal of
Research, Development and Demonstration. Vol. 24, No. 2, pp 97 - 103. ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613219608727508
Edwards D.J., Shaw, T. and Holt, G. D. (1996). Electronic Document Management Systems and the
Management of UK Construction Projects. Building Research and Information – The International
Journal of Research, Development and Demonstration. Vol. 24, No. 5, pp 287-292. ISSN: 0961-3218.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613219608727544
Kaming, P.F., Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1996). Project Managers' Perception of
Productivity Problems – An Indonesian Case Study. Building Research and Information – The
International Journal of Research, Development and Demonstration. London: E and FN Spon. Vol. 24,
No. 5, pp 302-309. ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613219608727546
Holt, G. D. (1996). Applying Cluster Analysis to Construction Contractor Classification. Building and
Environment. Vol. 31. No. 6, pp 557-568. Oxford: Pergamon Press. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0360-1323(96)00028-5
Zakeri, M., Olomolaiye, P.O., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1996). A Survey of Constraints on Iranian
Construction Operatives' Productivity. Construction Management and Economics. Vol. 14, pp 417-426.
London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0144-6193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/014461996373287
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1995). Applying Multi-Attribute Analysis to Contractor
Selection Decisions. European Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management. Vol. 1, No 3, Elsevier
Science Ltd. ISSN 0969-7012. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0969-7012(94)90003-5
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Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1995). A Review of Contractor Selection Practices in
the UK Construction Industry. Building and Environment. Vol. 30, No. 4, pp 553 - 561. Oxford:
Pergamon Press. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0360-1323(95)00008-T
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1995). Application of an Alternative Contractor
Selection Model. Building Research and Information. Vol. 23, No. 5, pp 255 - 264. ISSN: 0961-3218.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613219508727473
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1994). Evaluating Prequalification Criteria in
Contractor Selection. Building and Environment. Vol. 29, No. 4, pp 437-448. Oxford: Pergamon Press.
ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0360-1323(94)90003-5
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1994). Evaluating Performance Potential in the
Selection of Construction Contractors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. Vol.
1, No. 1, pp 29-50. Oxford: Blackwell Science. ISSN: 0969 9988. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb020991
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1994). Incorporating Project Specific Criteria and
Client Utility, Into the Evaluation of Construction Tenderers. Building Research and Information. The
International Journal of Research, Development and Demonstration. Vol. 22, No. 4, pp 214 - 221.
London: E and FN Spon. ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613219408727384
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1993). A Conceptual Alternative to Current Tendering
Practice. Building Research and Information. The International Journal of Research, Development and
Demonstration. Vol. 21, No. 3. London: E and FN SPON. ISSN: 0961-3218. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09613219308727284
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1994). Factors Influencing UK Construction Clients’
Choice of Contractor. Building and Environment. The International journal of building science and its
applications. Vol. 29, No. 2, pp 241 -248. Oxford: Pergamon Press. ISSN: 0360-1323. DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0360-1323(94)90074-4
International Conference Papers
Proverbs, D. G., Holt, G. D. and Cheok, H. Y., (2002). Construction Industry Problems: The Views Of
UK Construction Directors. Proceedings of the First International Conference on Construction in the
21st Century. Challenges and opportunities in Management and Technology. April 25-26, Miami,
Florida.
Wong. C. H. and Holt, G. D. (2001). Contractor Classification: Multivariate discriminant Analysis of
UK Contractor Selection. Proceedings of the 1st International Postgraduate Research Conference in the
Built and Human Environment. Pp280-291. Salford University.
Nicholas, J., Proverbs, D. G. and Holt, G. D. (2001). An Investigation Into Factors Influencing the
Assessment Of UK Flood Damaged Properties. Proceedings of the RICS COBRA Conference. Glasgow
Caledonian University, 3-5 September, pp 660-669. ISBN: 1-84219-0966-0 (2 Vols.).
Love, P.E.D. Holt, G. D., Proverbs, D., and Tse, R, Y. C (2001). Using Alliances to Reduce
Transaction Costs in Construction. Proceedings of the First International Conference on Innovation in
Architecture, Engineering and Construction. Burleigh Court, International Conference Centre,
Loughborough University, 18-20 July, Loughborough, UK.
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Vidogah, R., Proverbs, D., Chen, J. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Cutting Construction Costs: EDMS as an
Administrative and Communication Tool. Proceedings of the INCITE (INternational Conference on
Construction Information TEchnology) 2000 Conference. Department of Building and Real Estate, the
Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Hong Kong. 17-18 January 2000.
Xiao, H., Proverbs, D., Shaw, T. and Holt, G. D. (2000) A Conceptual Methodology for International
Comparison of Contractor Performance. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Research Conference in the
Built and Human Environment in the UK. University of Salford, 9-10 March 2000, pp.188-197. ISBN
1-900491-58-3.
Love, P.E.D., Holt, G. D., Irani, Z and Li, H. (2000). Rethinking Performance Measurement in
Construction. Proceedings of the 5th International conference on ISO 9000 and TQM (5-ICIT). pp 430-
434. Held 25-27 April, Productivity and Quality Research Centre, National University of Singapore.
Love, P.E.D. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Re-thinking TQM in Construction. Proceedings of the CIB TG36
International Conference on Implementation of Construction Quality and Related Systems: A Global
Update. Pp 173-185. Lisbon, 19th - 21st June, Portugal.
Chen, J. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Strengthening Masonry Arch Bridges Using FRPS. Proceedings of the
Third International Conference on Railway Engineering. 5th 6
th July 2000 held at the Commonwealth
Institute, Kensington, London, 12 pp, ISBN: 0-947644-43-1 (CD-ROM).
Mbugua, L., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (2000). Business Performance Measurement in
Construction Companies. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Performance
Measurement, Performance Measurement: Past, Present and Future. pp 371-378. University of
Cambridge, 19-21 July 2000.
Wong, A., Holt, G. D. and Harris, P.T. (2000). Contractor Prequalification: Have Latham’s
Recommendations Had an Impact? Proceedings of the COBRA 2000: The Sixth Annual Construction
and Building Research Conference of the Royal Institution Of Chartered Surveyors. pp 379-389.
University of Greenwich, 30th Aug. – 1
st Sept. ISBN: 0-85406-972-0.
Yang, Z.J., Chen, J.F., Holt, G. D. and Kibble, K. (2000). Fast Estimation of Stress Intensity Factors in
Finite Element Analysis of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics. Proceedings of the Fourth International
Conference on Modern Practice in Stress and Vibration Analysis. School of Mechanical, Materials,
Manufacturing Engineering and Management, the University of Nottingham, 5-7 September, pp 321-
329. ISBN: 1-901537-21-8.
Wong, A. Holt, G. D. and Harris, P. (2000). UK Civil Engineering Practitioners’ Perceptions of
Contractor Prequalification Criteria. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in Construction
management 16th Annual Conference. 6-8 September, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK. Vol. 1, pp
421-431. ISBN: 0-9534161-4-3 (two vols.).
Xiao, H., Proverbs, D., Shaw, T. and Holt, G. D. (2000). A New Approach to Comparing the
Performance of Contractors Internationally. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in
Construction Management 16th Annual Conference. 6-8 September, Glasgow Caledonian University,
UK. Vol. 1, pp 117-125. ISBN: 0-9534161-4-3 (two vols.).
Proverbs, D. G., Holt, G. D. Cheok, H. Y., (2000). Construction Industry Problems: The Views of UK
Construction Directors. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in Construction Management
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16th Annual Conference. 6-8 September, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK. Vol. 1, pp 73-81. ISBN:
0-9534161-4-3 (two vols.).
Yisa, S., Holt, G. D. and Zakeri, M. (2000). Factors Affecting Management Motivation in the Iranian
Construction Industry: A Survey of Site Managers. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in
Construction Management 16th Annual Conference. 6-8 September, Glasgow Caledonian University,
UK. Vol. 2, pp 465-472. ISBN: 0-9534161-4-3 (two vols.).
Holt, G. D. (2000). Constructing Empowerment: People, Processes, Participation and Profit.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Systems Thinking in Management. Deakin University,
Waterfront Campus, Geelong, Victoria, Australia, 8th-10th November, pp 245-249.
Sonmez, M, Graham, G., Yang, J. and Holt, G. D. (2000). An Evidential Reasoning Approach for
Prequalification of Construction Contractors. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on
Decision Making in Urban and Civil Engineering. Lyon, France. November 20-22. Volume 2, pp 1039-
1050.
Love, P.E.D., Li, H., and Holt, G. D. (1999). Construction Organisations and TQM: Will They Ever
Learn? Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Construction Process Re-engineering.
University of New South Wales, Sydney, 12th-13th July, Australia. pp 329-344.
Proverbs, D. and Holt, G. D. (1999). The Strive For Productivity and Quality: Views Of UK Project
Managers. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in Construction Management 15th Annual
Conference. 15-17 September 1999. Vol. 2, pp 375-383. ISBN: 0-9534161-2-7 (2 Vols.).
Harris, P.T. and Holt, G. D. (1999). The Management of Sustainable Social Housing Refurbishment
Strategies in the West Midlands Region of The UK. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in
Construction Management 15th Annual Conference. 15-17 September 1999. Vol. 1, pp 203-210. ISBN:
0-9534161-2-7 (2 Vols.).
Wong, C.H., Holt, G. D. and Harris, P.T. (1999). UK Construction Clients’ Opinions of The
Contractor Selection Process. Proceedings of the Association of Researchers in Construction
Management 15th Annual Conference. 15-17 September 1999. Vol. 2, pp 695-703. ISBN: 0-9534161-2-
7 (2 Vols.).
Mbugua, L., Harris, P.T., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1999). A Framework for Determining
Critical Success Factors Influencing Construction Business Performance. Proceedings of the
Association of Researchers in Construction Management 15th Annual Conference. 15-17 September
1999. Vol. 1, pp 255-264. ISBN: 0-9534161-2-7 (2 Vols.).
Holt, G. D. and Fraser, J. (1999). Partnering In the UK Construction Sector: Experiences, Perceptions
and Future Direction. Proceedings of the seventh East Asia-Pacific conference on structural
engineering and construction (EASEC-7). 27-29th August 1999. Kochi University of Technology Kochi,
Japan. Vol. 2, pp 1685-1690. ISBN: 4-921127-04-2.
Nicholas, J. and Holt, G. D. (1999). Construction Materials Suppliers: To Trade, or not to Trade? That
is the Question. Proceedings of COBRA 1999, Fifth Annual Construction and Building Research
Conference of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Vol. 1, pp 60-67. University of Salford, 1-
2 September. ISBN: 0-85406-972-0.
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Treloar, G. J., Love, P.E.D. and Holt, G. D. (1999). An Algorithm for Tracing Important Energy Paths
in Input-Output Models. Proceedings of the 13th International conference on systems engineering (ISCE
99). pp. EE-229—EE-234. August 9-12, University of Nevada, Las Vagas, USA.
Wong, A., Holt, G. D. and Cooper, P. A. (1999). Project Feasibility Studies – Their Role in Promoting
Better Practice: A UK / Malaysian Comparison. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on
Construction Industry Development and 1st Conference Of CIB TG 29 on Construction in Developing
Countries. Vol. 1., pp 429-438. Singapore 27-29 October 1999.
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1998). Predictive Maintenance through Used Oil Analysis:
Applications and Limitations for the UK Construction Plant Sector. Proceedings of EASEC-6. The sixth
East Asia-Pacific Conference: Structural Engineering and Construction. 16 - 18 January 1998, Taipei,
Taiwan. Vol. 3/1, pp 2123-2128. ISBN: 957-99064-5-9.
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1997). An Appraisal of European Construction
Productivity for Insitu Concrete Buildings. Proceedings of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors,
COBRA 1997 conference. University of Portsmouth, 10 - 12 September.
Shaw, T, Corbett, P. and Holt, G. D. (1997). A Conceptual Model for Interdisciplinary Commonality in
Higher Education Construction Courses. Proceedings of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors,
COBRA 1997 conference. University of Portsmouth, 10 - 12 September.
Holt, G. D. and Corbett, P. (1997). Procurement and Contractor Selection: Striving For Time, Cost and
Quality. Proceedings of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, COBRA 1997 Conference.
University of Portsmouth, 10 - 12 September.
Nesan, J. L., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1996). Effective Empowerment Activities for
Construction: Initiatives from Manufacturing. Proceedings of the CIB W-55 seventh International
Symposium on Building Economics. 4-7 Sept, Zagreb, Croatia, pp 69 - 79.
Nesan, J. L., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1996). Empowerment in The Construction Industry.
Proceedings of the ARCOM Research Workshop: Human Resource Issues in Construction
Management. School of the Built Environment, University of Glamorgan, 21st Nov. Pub: University of
Glamorgan.
Kaming, P.F., Holt, G. D., Kometa, S. T. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1996). Craftsmen's Perception of
Foremen on Indonesian Construction Sites. Proceedings of the 12th Annual ARCOM Conference.
University of Sheffield. September, pp 37-43.
Wright, N., Holt, G. D. and Weldon, J.W. (1995). An Evaluation of Perceptions and Acceptability of
Facade Retention within the UK. Construction Industry. Proceedings of the Fifth East Asia-Pacific
Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction. Queensland, Australia. July.
Kaming, P.F. Olomolaiye, P.O. and Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1995). Cost of High-Rise
Construction in Indonesia. Proceedings of the 11th Annual Association of Researchers in Construction
Management (ARCOM) conference. University of York. September, pp 434-442.
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Industry-facing Technical Guides
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2008). Health and Safety Guidance Relating To Dust At Work. Dudley:
The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre in conjunction with Hire Association Europe.
Softback, pp42. URL: http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=44.
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Plant and Equipment Theft: A Practical Guide (2nd
Edition).
Dudley: The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp42. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=40.
Holt, G. D. (2007). HAVCALC. The OPERC Hand-Arm Vibration Calculator and Risk Assessment Aid.
Spreadsheet-based automated HAV exposure calculator and risk assessment toolkit. Dudley: The Off-
Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Publicly available at: http://www.operc.com/havtec/
(free registration required).
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Guidance on the Safe Use of Excavator Quick-Hitch Devices.
Dudley: The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp37. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=39.
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). A Guide to Hand-Arm Vibration (2nd
Edition). Dudley: The Off-
Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp43. ISBN: 978-0-947974-54-1. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=37.
Carmichael, R., Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2006). Plant and Equipment Theft: A Practical Guide.
Dudley: The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp24. ISBN: 0-947974-40-
7. URL: http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=36.
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2005). A Guide to Hand-Arm Vibration. Dudley: The Off-Highway
Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp28. ISBN: 0-947-97432-6. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=12.
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2005). A Guide to Whole-Body Vibration. Dudley: The Off-Highway
Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp23. ISBN: 0-947-97431-8. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=11.
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2004). An Appraisal of Monitoring Methods (With a Focus on Used-oil
Analysis) for Assessing the Mechanical Health of Plant and Equipment. Dudley: The Off-Highway
Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp21. ISBN: 0-947-97423-7. URL:
http://www.operc.com/bs_itemdetails.asp?type=pub&prod=8.
Textbooks
Holt, G. D. (2002). Construction Project Feasibility and Appraisal. Self-study book for the MSc in
Construction Management for the Department of Distance and Continuing Education, School of
Architecture and Civil Engineering. Bath: University of Bath, UK.
Holt, G. D. (2002). Construction Management: Pre-Contract Business Considerations and Strategy.
Self-study book for the MSc in Construction Management for the Department of Distance and
Continuing Education, School of Architecture and Civil Engineering. Bath: University of Bath, UK.
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Nesan, L. J. and Holt, G. D. (1999). Empowerment in Construction Organisations: The Way Forward
For Performance Improvement. Somerset: Research Studies Press Ltd. ISBN: 0863-802-45-1.
(Hardback).
Edwards, D. J., Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1998). Maintenance Management of Heavy-Duty
Construction Plant and Equipment. Oxford: Chandos Publishing Ltd. ISBN: 1-902375-09-2.
(Paperback).
Holt, G. D. (1998). Contractor Selection. In: Contract Strategy for Successful Project Management.
Norwich: The Association for Project Management. ISBN: 0-9531590-1-9. Invited Chapter, pp23-25.
Holt, G. D. (1998). A Guide to Successful Dissertation Study for Students of the Built Environment (2nd
Edition). Wolverhampton: Built Environment Research Unit, University of Wolverhampton, UK.
ISBN: 1-902010-01-9. (Paperback pp188). (Reprinted 2001)
Holt, G. D. (1997). A Guide to Successful Dissertation Study for Students of the Built Environment.
Wolverhampton: Built Environment Research Unit, University of Wolverhampton, UK. ISBN: 1-
902010-00-0. (Paperback pp150).
Research Reports
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2013). Problems of Trailer Wheel Loss. Report of an industry-funded
research project into plant trailers. For national UK utilities contractor.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2009). Predicting Machine Turnover. Report of an industry-funded
research project into utility type off-highway plant stability. For national UK utilities contractor.
Edwards, D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2008). Mini-excavator Stability. Report of an industry-funded research
project into utility type off-highway plant stability. For national UK construction contractor.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2008). The Safe Use of Quick-hitches. Report of an industry-funded
research project into use of excavator attachment connecters. For national UK construction contractor.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Road Breaking Tools and Vibration Exposure. Report of an
industry-funded research project into exposure to hand-arm vibration from hand-held breakers. For UK
hand tool manufacturer.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2007). Hand -arm Vibration Field Studies. Report of an industry-
funded research project into use of various hand-held tools. For UK hand tool manufacturer.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2006). Hand-arm Vibration Field Study of Power Tools. Report of an
industry-funded research project into use of various hand-held power tools. For UK company.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2006). Hand Arm Vibration Field Studies on the TS 400. Report of an
industry-funded research project into hand-arm vibration characteristics of a power tool type. For UK
power tool manufacturer.
Edwards, D.J. and Holt, G. D. (2005). Hand-arm Vibration Field Studies and the Implication for Power
Tool Use. Report of an industry-funded research project into hand-arm vibration characteristics of
power tools. For UK power tool manufacturer.
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Holt, G. D., Proverbs, D. G. and Nicholas J. (2000). A Review of the Problems of Water Damage to
Domestic Properties: Assessment, Damage Mitigation and Damage Management (With Particular
Emphasis on the UK). Final report of an industry-funded research project. For Lloyds TSB Insurance,
UK.
Holt, G. D., Proverbs, D. G. and Nicholas, J. (2000). Flood Damage to Domestic Dwellings: a Review
of the Literature. Report of an industry-funded research project. For Lloyds TSB Insurance, UK.
Holt, G. D., and Proverbs, D. G. (1999). Research Report into Water Damage and Remediation,
Interim Findings Report no. 2. Interim report of an industry-funded research project. For Lloyds TSB
Insurance, UK
Holt, G. D., and Proverbs, D. G. (1999). Research Report into Water Damage and Remediation,
Interim Findings Report No. 1. Interim report of an industry-funded research project. For Lloyds TSB
Insurance, UK.
Nicholas, J. and Holt, G. D. (1999). Investigation into Construction Suppliers’ Debt Collection and
Contractor Creditworthiness Evaluation Procedures. Report of an industry-funded research project. For
national UK construction materials supplier.
Holt, G. D., Kometa, S.T., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1996). Validating a Methodology for
Evaluating the Performance Potential of Construction Contractors. Report of a research project
sponsored by The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council under grant ref: GR/K/24451.
Holt, G. D. (1995). Report of a Case Study Contractor Evaluation Exercise. Report of an industry-
funded research project. For Scottish Hydro-Electric plc, Perth, Scotland, U.K.
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1994). A Generic Approach to The Selection Of
Construction Contractors. Report of a research project sponsored by The Leverhulme Trust under grant
ref: F630A.
DVD Narratives
Edwards D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2006). An Introduction to Hand-Arm vibration. Digital Versatile Disk.
The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre, (in association with the Health and Safety
Executive). (Run time 25 mins.) March.
Edwards D. J. and Holt, G. D. (2005). An Introduction to Whole-Body Vibration. Digital Versatile
Disk. The Off-Highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre (in association with the Health and
Safety Executive). (Run time 25 mins.) November.
Periodical / Non-reviewed Articles (sample)
Holt, G. D. (2012). Using Excavators for Object Handling. Plant and Equipment Professional. May,
pp11—13. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2011). Analysis: Three Decades of UK Off-highway New Plant Sales. Plant and
Equipment Professional. February, pp26—29. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi
Media.
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Holt, G. D. (2011). Challenges Facing Construction and Plant Supply Chains: Initial Findings of a
Research Study. Plant and Equipment Professional. April, pp26—29. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley:
On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2010). OPERC Helps Sponsor the Tenovus Mobile Cancer Support Unit. Plant and
Equipment Professional. August, pp36-37. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2010). Excavators Used as Cranes. Plant and Equipment Professional. August, pp18-20.
ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2010). Plugging the Leaks in the Skills Shortage! Plant and Equipment Professional.
April, pp26-27. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2008). Excavating Near Underground Services? Plant and Equipment Professional. June,
pp24-25. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2008). It’s a Steal! Guidance on Plant Theft now Available. Plant and Equipment
Professional. ISSN: 2041-1146 (print). Dudley: On Track Multi Media.
Holt, G. D. (2007). Locking Out the Thieves. Construction News. EMAP Ltd.
Sonmez, M., Yang, J. and Holt, G. D. (2000). Addressing the Contractor Selection Problem using an
Evidential Reasoning Approach. Working Paper No. 2006, Manchester School of Management Working
Paper Series. UMIST. ISBN: 1-86115-075-X.
Edwards, D. J and Holt, G. D. (2000). Machine Productivity–Construction Industry. Productivity:
Official Publication of the National Productivity Institute. Vol. 25, No. 6, p31.
Edwards, D. J and Holt, G. D. (1999). Counting the Cost of Excavator Productivity. Construction
News. June 17, p 16. Emap Ltd.
Edwards, D. J and Holt, G. D. (1999). Predicting Mechanical Reliability Using Artificial Intelligence.
Plant Services. Vol. 20, No. 6, pp 51-56. June. Published by Putman.
Holt, G. D. (1998). Contractor Selection. IN: Contract Strategy for Successful Project Management. A
Guide for Project Managers on Best Practice for the Procurement of Goods and Services. (Chapter six).
The Association for Project Management, Norfolk: The APM Group Ltd. ISBN: 0-9531590-1-9.
Proverbs, D.P., Holt, G. D. and Olomolaiye, P.O. (1998). Reinforcement Fabrication for High Rise
Concrete Construction. Faculty of Building Occasional Paper. 8pp. The Faculty of Building Ltd,
Nottingham, UK. ISBN: 0-903497-26-3.
Shaw, T, Corbett, P and Holt, G. D. (1998). A Need for Inter-Disciplinary Commonality. Faculty of
Building Journal. Vol. 7, No. 2, pp 3-7. Nottingham: The Faculty of Building, UK. ISSN: 1356-1480.
Edwards, D, Holt, G. D. and Harris, F.C. (1997) Plant Maintenance Costs. Plant Hire Executive.
November, p 30. Plant Hire Executive Publications.
Holt, G. D. and Potts, K.F. (1995). Developing an Effective Methodology for Contractor Selection.
Project: Journal of the Association of Project Management. October, pp 9 - 11.
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Holt, G. D. (1994). Construction Research: What Is The Point? Faculty of Building Journal. Winter
Ed., pp. 28 - 31. Nottingham: Faculty of Building Ltd.
Holt, G. D., Olomolaiye, P.O. and Harris, F.C. (1993). Tendering Practice -Exploring Alternatives.
Faculty of Building Journal. Autumn Ed. pp. 28 - 30. Nottingham: Faculty of Building Ltd.
Commissioned Works (sample)
Guidance on Brake Testing For Rubber-tyred Vehicles Operating in Quarries, Open Cast Coal Sites
and Mines. Dudley: The Off-highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp24. (2007).
ISBN: 978-0-947974-62-6. (Technical contributor).
Working Near Underground Services. Health and Safety Study Module. Document ref: SM-029.
Dudley: The Off-highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp31. (2007). (Technical
contributor).
Noise in the Workplace. Health and Safety Study Module. Document ref: MOD-012. Dudley: The Off-
highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp31. (2006). (Technical contributor).
Hand-arm Vibration. Health and Safety Study Module. Document ref: SM-009. Dudley: The Off-
highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp31. (2006). (Technical contributor).
A Review of Expert Systems and Their Application to Engineering Decision-making. Report for the UK
Ministry of Defence under consultancy to the Off-highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre.
(2004). (Technical contributor).
A Voluntary Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Cranes in and Around Airports. Dudley: The Off-
highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp17. (2004). ISBN: 0-947974-24-5.
(Technical contributor).
An Appraisal of the Single Fuel Concept within NATO (With Passing Reference to Civilian Off-
Highway Plant and Equipment). Report for the UK Ministry of Defence under consultancy to the Off-
highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. (2004). (Technical contributor).
A Practical Guide to Enhancing the All-Round Awareness of Plant Operators. Dudley: The Off-
highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp25. (2004). ISBN: 0-947974-26-1.
(Technical contributor).
A Practical Guide: How To Use Safetynet. Explanatory Guide for Online Health and Safety Testing.
Dudley: The Off-highway Plant and Equipment Research Centre. Softback, pp23. (2003). ISBN: 0-
947974-25-3. (Technical contributor).
Post-2010 Research Media Reports (sample)
‘The Men Who Dig Pink’. (Plant theft research). The Guardian. 28th June, Education Supplement, p 9.
(2011).
‘Paint Your Diggers Pink to Put Off Thieves’. (Plant theft research). Fortus Security website. Accessed
via: http://www.fortussecurity.com/construction-site-theft-diggers-pink (June 2011).
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‘Birmingham Academics Say Paint Diggers Pink to Deter Thieves’. (Plant theft research). Sunday
Mercury website. Accessed via: http://www.sundaymercury.net/news/midlands-
news/2011/05/01/birmingham-academics-say-paint-diggers-pink-to-deter-thieves-66331-28613249/
(June, 2011).
‘Think Pink if you Want to Deter Building Site Thieves’ (Plant theft research). The Guardian website.
Accessed via: http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/2011/jun/27/building-site-theft-research (June,
2011).
‘Industry Urged to Paint Equipment 'Barbie Pink' to avoid Theft’ (Plant theft research). Construction
News. Accessed via: http://www.cnplus.co.uk/news/industry-urged-to-paint-equipment-barbie-pink-to-
avoid-theft/8614186.article (October, 2011).
‘The Economic Squeeze’. (Supply chain research). Tomorrow’s Flooring. Accessed via:
http://content.yudu.com/A1u7iv/TFOct2011/resources/52.htm (October 2011).
‘Rose Fléau’. (Plant theft research). L’Actualité. Canadian current affairs journal. (January 2012).