Factors Affecting Construction Transport Efficiency in a Developing Country Context: The Case of Mega Projects Office
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2026-01-16
Authors
Befikir Ashenafi
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A.A.U
Abstract
The main aim of this study was to identify factors affecting the efficiency of construction transport in projects administered by Mega Projects Office. To achieve the objectives of the study, the research adopted quantitative research approach employing descriptive and inferential analysis. The information was obtained through a questionnaire survey administered to 108 respondents in the four departments participating in Mega projects office projects and a total of 96 (88.8%) complete responses. The collected data were analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) 27. This research utilized census sampling method which includes all targeted population which were contractor professionals in the four departments which have the knowledge in the study area. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, relative importance index and inferential statistics to identify the relationship of independent variables, which are information sharing, digital tools and technology, logistics services and transport management practices with dependent variable, construction transport efficiency. The main findings suggested that information sharing had the greatest impact on transport efficiency, followed by logistics services and transport management practices, however digital tools and technology had no meaningful impact. Based on these findings, the research suggests that contractors institutionalize internal communication, improve logistical planning, formalize transport management systems, devise contingency plans, and invest prudently in useful digital tools. It is advised that project stakeholders and authorities standardize logistics procedures, provide incentives to assist digital transformation, enhance logistical capacity through targeted training and incorporate transport key performance indexes into project performance frameworks. The study adds to construction logistics and transport research by emphasizing the importance of human and organizational coordination. Keywords: Construction transport efficiency, Information Sharing, logistics services, Digital tool and technology, Transport management practices