Subashini Hari BE, ME

Education

• Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Bangalore University, India
  
  
• Master of Engineering (ME), in Construction Technology, Bangalore University, India
  
  

Research Interests

Research Title

Background of the research study

Research Objectives

• Investigate the main challenges associated with implementing KM initiatives in SMEs.
  
• Investigate the efficacy of different technologies and techniques for KM in SMEs.
  
• Develop and validate an Information Technology (IT) based framework for the most required KM process.
  
• Examine and document the nature of training provisions that will be of benefit to SMEs with their KM initiatives.
  
• Explore the extent to which KM contributes to competitiveness in SMEs (real and perceived).
  

Research Methods

• A thorough review of the relevant literature on the characteristics of SMEs, as well as on KM and related areas (in general and in the construction industry).
  
• The use of interviews (e.g. semi-structured)
  
• The use of grounded theory
  
• Collating and analysing appropriate data sets
  
• Developing, testing and validating appropriate framework(s)
  

Benefits/Expected Outcomes of the Research

• Develop and test a prototype IT based framework for required KM sub process in SMEs.
  
• Develop and test requisite training materials to support KM improvements in SMEs

Publications

• Hari S, Egbu C and Kumar B (2005), “Knowledge Capture in Small and Medium Enterprises” Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Volume 12, Issue 6 pp 533-567.
  
• Hunter, K., Hari, S and Kelly, J (2005), “A whole life costing input tool for surveyors in UK local government” Structural Survey Journal Volume 23 Issue 5 ISSN 026-080X, pp 346-358.
  
• Hunter K, Hari S, Egbu C and Kelly J (2005) “Grounded Theory: Its Diversification and Application Through two Examples From Research Studies on Knowledge and Value Management”, The Electronic Journal of Business Research Methodology, Volume 3, Issue 1, pp 57-68, available online at www.ejbrm.com
  
• Charles O Egbu, Subashini Hari, and Suresh H Renukappa, (2005) "Knowledge management for sustainable competitiveness in small and medium surveying practices" Structural Survey, Vol. 23 No. 1, pp. 7-21
  
• Subashini Hari, Kirsty Hunter, Charles Egbu and John Kelly, "A comparison of knowledge management and value management approach using grounded theory methodology in construction management", Building Research and Information, under review.

• Subashini Hari, Charles Egbu and Bimal Kumar (2005), “The Efficacy of Using Appropriate Techniques and Technologies for Knowledge Capture in Small and Medium Enterprises in Architecture, Engineering and Construction”, Second Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built And Natural Environment (PRoBE), 16-17 November,Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, ISBN 1-903661-82-X, pp 351-362
  
• Egbu, C, Greenwood, R, Hari, S and Olomolaiye, A (2005), “Mapping knowledge for a sustainable urban environment – types and benefits” Second Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built And Natural Environment (PRoBE), 16-17 November, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, ISBN 1-903661-82-X, pp 623-631
  
• Suresh Renukappa, Michael K.L. Tong, Subashini Hari, Hari Srinivasan and Charles O. Egbu (2005), “The design and development of a dynamic integrated search facility for the enhancement of existing web pages”, Second Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built And Natural Environment (PRoBE), 16-17 November,Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, ISBN 1-903661-82-X, pp 3-12
  
• Egbu C, Hari S and Kumar (2005) “A Grounded Theory Approach For Studying Knowledge Capture In Small And Medium Enterprises” CIB W102 – 2005, International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management in a Global Economy: Challenges and Opportunities for Construction Organizations, 19-20 May, Francisco L Ribeiro, Peter D.E. Love, Colin H Davidson, Charles O Egbu and Branka Dimitrijevic, Lisbon, Portugal, pp 501-513.
  
• Hari S, Vines M, Egbu C, (2004) "Knowledge management and E-business Initiatives in Small and Medium Sized Construction Organisations" Construction and Building Research Conference (COBRA) 2004, September 7-8, Robert Ellis and Malcolm Bell, University of Leeds, Reading, UK. ISBN 1842191993, pp 152
  
• Hari S, Egbu C and Kumar B (2004) "Knowledge Capture In Small And Medium Enterprises In The Construction Industry: Challenges And Opportunities". 20th Annual Conference Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM) 2004, September 1-3, Farzad Khosrowshahi, University of Herriot-Watt, Edinburgh, UK. ISBN 0953416194, pp 847 - 855.
  
• Micah Vines, Subashini Hari, Anthony Olomolaiye, Champika Liyanage, Cynthia Lee, Esra Kurul and Charles Egbu (2004), "Lessons Learned From Knowledge Management Research: UK Construction Industry Perspective" Proceedings of the 4th International Postgraduate Research Conference in the Built and Human Environment, Salford, April 1-2. Ruddock L, Amaratunga D, Aouad G, Kagioglou M, Sexton M, Salford University, Manchester, ISBN 0902896636, pp. 570 - 580
  
• Esra Kurul, Subashini Hari, Charles Egbu, Micah Vines, Champika Liyanage And Anthony Olomolaiye (2004), "Appropriateness Of Research Methods For Knowledge Management Research In The UK Construction Industry" Salford Centre For Research & Innovation (Scri) International Symposium, Salford, March 30 - 31, Ruddock L, Amaratunga D, Aouad G, Kagioglou M, Sexton M, Salford University, Manchester, ISBN 090296644, pp110-119.
  
• Hari S, Egbu C and Kumar B (2003), " Processes, Tools And Techniques To Support Knowledge Management Initiatives In Small And Medium Enterprises (SMEs) In The Construction Industry" Proceedings of the 3rd International Postgraduate Research Conference in the Built and Human Environment, Lisbon, 3 - 4 April 2003, pp. 609-618.
  
• Hari S, Egbu C and Kumar B (2003), "Knowledge Management for Small and Medium Enterprises - Issues Concerning Culture and Information Technology" 2nd International Conference on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC), 25th - 27th June 2003, Burleigh Court International Conference Centre, Loughborough University, UK. pp.569-580
  
• Hari S (2003), "Knowledge Management in Construction SMEs" ARCOM doctoral workshop on Managing Innovation and Knowledge Management in the Construction Industry, 18th June, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, pp 23-26.
  
• Egbu C, Kurul E, Hari S, Vines M, Olomolaiye A, Hinks J and Liyanage C (2003), "Knowledge Management and Intellectual Capital in the Construction Industry: An Agenda for Research" , CIB W102 on Information and knowledge management in building, 22-24 June, The Centre for the Built Environment, Lighthouse, Glasgow, UK
  
• Hari S, Egbu C and Kumar B (2003), "Knowledge Management Practices In Small and Medium Enterprises in the Construction Industry". 19th Annual Conference Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM) University of Brighton, UK Wed 3 - Fri 5 September 2002, pp 653-660
  
• Hari S, Egbu C and Kumar B (2003), "The Use and Exploitation of Information Technology for Knowledge Management in Small and Medium Enterprises In The Construction Industry", First Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built And Natural Environment (PRoBE), 18-19 November, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, UK, pp 111 - 121.
  
• Wieloch M, Takim R, Hari S (2003), "An Optimised Concrete Composite Design for Enhanced Building Performance" First Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built and Natural Environment (PRoBE), 18-19 November, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, UK, pp 503 - 511.

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