The construction industry is increasingly embracing industrialised approaches to improve efficiency and reduce fragmentation. This research explores the development and management of product platforms, focusing on how industrialised construction companies enhance ecosystem collaboration to achieve sustainable business outcomes. The scope of the study includes understanding the process flow of product platform development, managing ecosystem boundaries, and ensuring partner alignment. The aim is to uncover the orchestration mechanisms that companies can use to better align their partners and facilitate collaborative platform development.
The findings reveal that different orchestration mechanisms—standardisation, nurturing, negotiation, and ownership—are emphasised depending on the company’s role within the ecosystem. Keystone companies prioritise standardisation and nurturing, while niche players focus on negotiation and ownership to protect their contributions. Additionally, the study highlights how the companies’ business models, company size, and market targets influence their approach to platform development. Cross-case analysis also revealed that effective management of ecosystem boundaries and regional regulations plays a critical role in product platform success.
In conclusion, industrialised construction companies can enhance ecosystem collaboration in product platform development by strategically balancing orchestration mechanisms and aligning ecosystem partners around shared goals, which are based on the company’s role.

Nowadays, it is a fact that there is an extremely high demand for hiring people almost every three months in the industry, so companies need to improve mentoring programs and accelerate the onboarding of new hires, particularly in hybrid work environments. This research study explores actionable interventions to enhance Knowledge Transfer [KT] using mentoring programs in the onboarding process supporting hybrid work environments, using ElvalHalcor as a case study.
After assessing the existing literature and specific models such as SECI and ADKAR, the research conducts a qualitative analysis through interviews to identify the challenges and coping strategies related to onboarding and Knowledge Transfer [KT]. These challenges, exacerbated by hybrid work models and informal onboarding processes, are addressed by proposing structured mentorship programs and advanced technologies to streamline the process.
Through the integration of suitable types of mentoring (peer, one-on-one, virtual) and incorporation of a new dual-mentor approach in the industry, combined with AI-driven tools and blockchain technology, and VR either for mentor-mentee pairing or for securing progress tracking, the industry can fill gaps in its current practices. These solutions are designed not only to enhance Knowledge Transfer [KT], boost employee engagement, and accelerate the time it takes new hires to reach full productivity but also to support a shift from traditional onboarding to a more adaptive, digital-friendly approach. By embracing digital and hybrid onboarding processes, organizations maintain synergy while investing in flexible options and interoperable software tools, promoting an agile and connected workplace.
Ultimately, the findings underscore the potential for industrial construction and manufacturing companies to enhance organizational efficiency and foster a culture of continuous learning in hybrid work environments. In an industry where complex projects demand rapid team integration, this research highlights the benefits of a structured, adaptive onboarding approach that improves safety, boosts productivity, and strengthens team cohesion from day one.

Since its emergence in 2008, blockchain technology has significantly expanded its scope, impacting various industries beyond its initial cryptocurrency applications. Its potential to enhance established practices is increasingly recognized, yet its application in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry has been relatively little researched to date, let alone been applied in practice. This research aims to develop a system facilitating the initiation and management of architectural projects on the blockchain, enabling multi-disciplinary collaboration and participation, by integrating blockchain technology into the AEC ecosystem. The proposed system is designed to allow architects, engineers, and designers, irrespective of their preferred design software, to contribute, manage and record their designs. By uploading these designs to the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) and recording the IPFS hashes on the Ethereum blockchain, the system ensures immutable data provenance, transparent ownership representation, and heightened project transparency. Furthermore, this framework automates various aspects of project management, including contractual obligations, payments, and compliance verification through smart contracts. At the core of this research is a multi-step approach that begins with a literature review to establish the current state of blockchain applications within the AEC sector. The review focuses particularly on the potential of smart contracts, NFTs, and IPFS for improving the management of construction projects. A conceptual framework is then developed, drawing from the literature to designing a prototype system that integrates these technologies. The prototyping phase involves creating a blockchain-based system where architectural project management can be conducted securely and efficiently. Key to this phase is the crafting of smart contracts to automate project workflows and the use of NFTs for clear delineation of design ownership and achievements. The system also incorporates a method for offchain storage of design files through IPFS, connected to the blockchain, ensuring data integrity and easy retrieval. Systematic testing under certain scenario assesses performance and informs iterative optimization to refine the system's functionality. A performance evaluation strategy is employed to assess the prototype, ensuring its suitability for real-world applications in the AEC sector. This research develops a blockchain-based system in attempt to restructure project management in the AEC sector. Through iterative development, testing, and optimization, the objective of this study is to contribute to enhanced efficiency, transparency, and collaboration within the industry, exploring the potential benefits of integrating blockchain technology in a structured and measured manner.