PhD Final Thesis April 2013.pdf - Anglia Ruskin Research Online

Thesis Keith Gale 2013Figure 7.7: Radar diagram showing the comparison of CSF values between alldiscrete and framework projects within this case studyDiscrete CSF values in Figure 7.7 display qualities which mirror outcomes fortraditional procurement, although actual values are specific to this research. Highervalues represent higher levels of performance where maximum values reachweightings in Table 7.8. Performances of CSF outcomes for framework projects arealso shown in Figure 7.7. There is no comparable published literature for frameworkprojects with which to compare, but the values show a difference in performancewith those of discrete projects. For CSF2, CSF3 and CSF4, these differences aresignificant. As the values for stage 2 results are so close, a radar diagram has notbeen produced because this does not show any discernable difference.Examination of two hypotheses proposed by chapter four is analysed from theevidence gathered and conclusions reached:H1: Operational methods of framework agreements can significantly improveout turn performance of construction projects in respect of timescales,payments, defects and safety.164