Abstract:
Building construction companies should handle the vital
information efficiently to survive in the very competitive
industry. Most organizations confuse over the influx of data
relevant for various management functions. Repetitions and rework
is inevitable in these circumstances. Incorrect forecasts
may lead drastic effects. Fast and easy extraction of correct
data in a well defined data management system backed by a fully
developed data file will give the company the required
competitive edge over the others. Classification and coding of
therefore is very important for
This report highlights the
recommends a criteria that should be
bill items and resources,
advancement of the organization,
available systems,
considered when developing a system, discusses the current use
and demonstrates the developed system. The report is based on the
current research undertaken at the University of Moratuwa funded
by the ILO/ICTAD
