SEEK: Salford Environment for Expertise and Knowledge
Eric Lou
Mr Eric Lou
postal addressMaxwell Building, University of Salford, The Crescent, Greater Manchester, M5 4WT.
email addresse.c.w.lou@salford.ac.uk
telephone+44 (0)161 295 3726
website addresswww.seek.salford.ac.uk/profiles/ELOU.jsp
Key Memberships
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Member of Faculty: Faculty of Business, Law & the Built Environment
From February 2007 to September 2010.
Member of School: School of the Built Environment
From February 2007 to present.
Full Member of Research Centre: Construction Information Technology Research Centre (CITC)
From October 2009 to present.
Associate Member of Research Centre: Salford Centre for Research and Innovation (SCRI)
From October 2009 to present.
Profile Summary
  • e-Readiness
  • Integrating IT and Business Strategies
  • IS and IT Strategies Development
  • Measuring IS/IT capability of Organisations
  • Business Process Management
  • e-Government Strategies
  • Corporate Responsbility
  • Environmental Responsibiliy (carbon emissions, waste management)
  • SMEs
Key Qualifications
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2004
MSc IT in Construction (Distinction) (from University of Salford).
2003
BSc Computer Science (Computer Graphics) (from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia).
1999
Avd Dip Quantity Surveying (from Stamford College - University of Northumbria in Newcastle).
Key Publications
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Authored Books
2006
Jul
Lou, E & Zainon, N & Alsagoff, S A 2006, Primavera Project Planner - An Introduction : a Beginner's Workbook, CIDB E-Construct Services, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2006
Mar
Lou, E & Zainon, N & Alsagoff, S A 2006, Microsoft Project - An Introduction : a Beginner's Workbook, CIDB E-Construct Services, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2006
Jan
Lou, E & Zainon, N & Alsagoff, S A 2006, Project Planning : Primavera Project Planner Version 3.0, CIDB E-Construct Services, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Refereed Journal Articles
2012
Jun
Lou, E & Kamar, K 2012, 'Industrialized Building Systems: Strategic Outlook for Manufactured Construction in Malaysia', Journal of Architectural Engineering (ASCE).abstract
2010
Sep
Lou, E & Goulding, J S 2010, 'The pervasiveness of e-readiness in the global built environment arena', Journal of Systems and Information Technology, 12(3), pp.180-195.abstract
2009
May
Lou, E & Alshawi, M 2009, 'Critical success factors for e-tendering implementation in construction collaborative environments: people and process issues', Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), 14, pp.98-109.abstract
2008
Dec
Lou, E & Goulding, J S 2008, 'Building and Construction Classification Systems', Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 4(3/4), pp.206-220.abstract
Book Sections
2012
Feb
Lou, E & Alshawi, M & Goulding, J 2012 'E-readiness in Construction', in: Akintoye, A & Goulding, J & Zawdie, G (eds.), Construction Innovation and Process Improvement, Wiley-Blackwell, Oxford, UK.
2012
Jan
Salleh, H & Lou, E 2012 'Building for the future: systems implementation in construction organization', in: Alshawi, M & Arif, M (eds.), Cases on E-Readiness and Information Systems Management in Organizations: Tools for Maximizing Strategic Alignment, IGI Global, Hershey PA, USA, pp.86-113.
2012
Jan
Lou, E & Saleh, Y A 2012 'e-Readiness in Governmental Public Service Institution : Lessons Learnt', in: Alshawi, M & Arif, M (eds.), Cases on E-Readiness and Information Systems Management in Organizations: Tools for Maximizing Strategic Alignment, IGI Global, Hershey PA, USA, pp.114-137.
2012
Jan
Lou, E & Salleh, H 2012 'Readiness in Systems Implementation: Lessons from the Higher Education Sector', in: Alshawi, M & Arif, M (eds.), Cases on E-Readiness and Information Systems Management in Organizations: Tools for Maximizing Strategic Alignment, IGI Global, Hershey PA, USA, pp.15-51.
2012
Jan
Lou, E & Alshawi, M & Goulding, J 2012 'E-readiness in Construction', in: Akintoye, A & Goulding, J & Zawdie, G (eds.), Construction Innovation and Process Improvement, John Wiley & Sons, Chichester, UK.
Magazine Articles
2009
Mar
Lou, E 2009 'How Strategic is IT Investment in the Construction Industry? A UK Perspective', in: Global CEO, Information Technology, IX(3), March 2009, pp.19-22.
2009
Jan
Alshawi, M & Goulding, J & Khosrowshahi, F & Lou, E & Underwood, J 2009, 'How Strategic is IT Investment in the Construction Industry? A UK Perspective', in: Modern Built Environment - Knowledge Transfer Networks, Intelligent Buildings Index, January 2009, pp.1-3.
2008
Jun
Lou, E & Alshawi, M 2008 'Success of Collaborative Environments in Project Management: Organization E-Readiness', in: Projects and Profits, June 2008, pp.12-16.abstract
Other Publications
2011
Jan
Lou, E & Goulding, J 2011, Management of Information and Communication Technology for Construction Organisations, (Reading List Assist), Emerald Publishing, Bingley, UK.
Papers in Published Conference Proceedings
2012
Feb
Lou, E & Lee, A & Mathison, G 2012, Corporate Responsibility: Insight from a Construction Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) in the UK, in: Tao, F (ed.), '2012 International Conference on Economics, Business and Marketing Management', Vol 29 edition, IACSIT Press, Singapore, Singapore, pp.23-28. Conference details: 2012 International Conference on Economics, Business and Marketing Management.abstract
2011
Sep
Lou, E & Lee, A & Mathison, G 2011, Recapitulation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for Construction SMEs in the UK, in: Egbu, C & Lou, E (eds.), '27th Annual ARCOM Conference', Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Bristol, UK, pp.673-682. Conference details: 27th Annual ARCOM Conference, Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Bristol, UK, 5-7 September 2011..abstract
2010
Nov
Lou, E 2010, E-Readiness for the UK Construction Industry - the next chapter?, in: -, - (ed.), '5th ASEAN Post Graduate Seminar', Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Conference details: 5th ASEAN Post Graduate Seminar, Faculty of Built Environment, University of Malaya, Malaysia..abstract
2010
Sep
Lou, E 2010, E-readiness: How ready are UK construction organisations to adopt IT, in: Egbu, C & Lou, E (eds.), '26th Annual ARCOM Conference', Vol. 2 edition, ARCOM, Leeds, UK, pp.947-956. Conference details: 26th Annual ARCOM Conference, Leeds. Association of Researchers in Construction Management.abstract
2009
Nov
Lou, E 2009, E-Readiness - How ready is the Malaysian Construction Industry to adopt ICT?, in: '2nd Construction Industry Research Achievement International Conference ', CIDB Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Conference details: 2nd Construction Industry Research Achievement International Conference (CIRAIC 2009), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2009
Sep
Lou, E & Goulding, J S 2009, Organisational E-Readiness in the Built Environment: People, Process, Technology, in: 'The Fifth International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference (ISEC-5)', University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, USA. Conference details: The Fifth International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference (ISEC-5), University of Nevada Las Vegas, NV, USA, September 21-27, 2009.abstract
2009
Jun
Yates, K & Sapountzis, S & Lou, E & Kagioglou, M 2009, BeReal: TOOLS AND METHODS FOR IMPLEMENTING BENEFITS REALISATION AND MANAGEMENT, in: 'Proc. 5th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organisation ', Nordic, Reykjavík, Iceland, pp.223-239.abstract
2009
Jun
Yates, K & Sapountzis, S & Lou, E & Kagioglou, M 2009, BeReal: Tools and Methods for Implementing Benefits Realisation And Management, in: Atkin, B (ed.), '5th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organisation', 1 edition, Reykjavik University, Reykjavik, Iceland, pp.223-232. Conference details: 5th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organisation, Reykjavik, Iceland.abstract
2009
Jan
Lou, E & Alshawi, M 2009, Organisation E-Readiness: People and Process - Success of Collaborative Environments in Project Management , in: Sutrisna, M & Alshawi, M & Ahmed, V & Egbu, C (eds.), '9th BuHu International Postgraduate Research Conference', Research Institute for the Built and Human Environment, University of Salford, Salford, UK, pp.703-712. Conference details: Research Institute for the Built and Human Environment, University of Salford, 9th BuHu International Postgraduate Research Conference, held at The Lowry, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester, UK, from 29/01/2009 to 30/01/2009.abstract
2008
Jul
Lou, E & Goulding, J & Alshawi, M 2008, Global eReadiness - The alignment of National Policies to Organisational Strategies, in: , '8th BuHu International Postgraduate Research Conference', Research Institute for the Built and Human Environment, University of Salford, Prague, Czech Republic, pp.135-145. Conference details: Research Institute for the Built and Human Environment, University of Salford, 8th BuHu International Postgraduate Research Conference, held at CVUT Prague, Prague, Czech Republic, from 17/07/2008 to 18/07/2008.abstract
2007
Jun
Lou, E 2007, Ready? Go The National E-Tendering Initiative - A Malaysian Experience, in: , 'Construction for Development', CIB, Cape Town, South Africa, pp.1442-1455. Conference details: CIB, CIB World Building Congress 2007, held at Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, from 14/05/2007 to 18/05/2007.abstract
2006
Jun
Lou, E & S.A., A 2006, E-readiness : How ready are we? The National E-Tendering Initiative - a Malaysian experience, in: '10th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress', Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors, Singapore, Singapore, pp.152 - 160. Conference details: 10th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress, Singapore (21 - 24 May, 2006) .abstract
Published Conference Proceedings
2011
Sep
Egbu, C & Lou, E 2011, 27th Annual ARCOM Conference, Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Bristol, UK.
2010
Sep
Egbu, C & Lou, E 2010, 26th Annual ARCOM Conference, Association of Researchers in Construction Management,, Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Leeds, UK.
Reports
2008
Aug
Alshawi, M & Goulding, J S & Khosrowshahi, F & Lou, E & Underwood, J 2008, Strategic Positioning of IT in Construction - A Industry Leader's Perspective, Construct IT For Business, Salford, UK.abstract
Thesis
2004
Oct
Lou, E 2004, Implementation of Collaborative Environments (Extranets) - Factors Influencing People and Processes in E-Tendering Practices in the United Kingdom Construction Industry, MSc, University of Salford, Greater Manchester, UK.abstract
2003
Aug
Lou, E 2003, Solar System Movement Simulation for Education (Form 3 Level), BSc, Technology University of Malaysia (UTM), Johore, Malaysia.
Key Presence
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Conference Organisation
2011
Sep
Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM) 2011 (Bristol, United Kingdom, September 2011).
2011
Sep
10th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC10) (University of Salford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, September 2011).
2010
Sep
Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM) 2010 (Leeds, United Kingdom, September 2010).
2009
May
Generative Components Workshop/Training - Workshop (Centre for Urban Built Environment (CUBE), Manchester, United Kingdom, May 2009).
2009
May
1st International Symposium on Distributed Intelligence in Design (The Lowry, Salford Quays, Manchester, United Kingdom, May 2009).
2009
Jan
5th International Research Week (IRW) (The Lowry, Salford Quays, Manchester, United Kingdom, January 2009).
2009
Jan
BuHu 9th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC09) (The Lowry, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, January 2009).
2008
Jun
BuHu 8th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC 08) (The Czech Technical University of Prague (CVUT), Czech Republic, June 2008).
2007
Jun
International Workshop for Organisational E-readiness and the Construction Industry (ThinkLAB, University of Salford, United Kingdom, June 2007).
Conference Presentations
2009
Jun
BeReal: Tools and Methods for Implementing Benefits Realisation And Management (5th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organisation, Iceland, June 2009 to June 2009).
2009
Jan
Organisation E-Readiness: People and Process - Success of Collaborative Environments in Project Management (BuHu 9th International Postgraduate Research Conference, United Kingdom, January 2009 to January 2009).
2008
Jun
Global eReadiness - The alignment of National Policies to Organisational Strategies (BuHu 8th International Postgraduate Research Conference, The Czech Technical University of Prague (CVUT), Prague, Czech Republic, June 2008).
2006
Jun
How ready are we for e-tendering? A Malaysian case study in the preparation for implementing of e-tendering for the construction industry (International Conference in the Build Environment in the 21st Century (ICiBE2006), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 2006).
2006
May
Lines, Chains and Other (Restraint) Devices : Revisiting Porter's Value Chain with A Malaysian Case Study In The Implementation Of Electronic Tendering For The Construction Industry (10th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress, Singapore, Singapore, May 2006 to May 2006).
2006
May
E-readiness : How ready are we? The National E-Tendering Initiative - a Malaysian experience (10th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress, Singapore, Singapore, May 2006).
Consultancy Roles
2006
Apr
Malaysian Contractors Re-Classification Study (Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, Malaysia, April 2006).
2005
Dec
National Construction Industry-IT Strategy Masterplan 2005-2015, (Government of Malaysia, December 2005 to June 2006).
2005
Dec
Malaysian Contractors Classification (Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, December 2005).
2005
Nov
Country Construction Business - Production Services (Bangladesh, Sudan, Qatar, South Africa & Vietnam) (Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, Malaysia, November 2005 to August 2006).

Doing Construction Business in Bangladesh (ISBN 983-3712-10-X; ISBN 983-3712-11-8)
Doing Construction Business in Sudan (ISBN 983-3712-04-5; ISBN 983-3712-05-3)
Doing Construction Business in Qatar (ISBN 983-371... more >>.

2005
Apr
Country Construction Business - Production Services (Indonesia, Pakistan, Oman & Kuwait) (Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, Malaysia, April 2005 to October 2005).

Doing Construction Business in Indonesia (ISBN 983-3712-00-2; ISBN 983-3712-01-0)
Doing Construction Business in Pakistan (ISBN 983-3712-06-1; ISBN 983-3712-07-X)
Doing Construction Business in Oman (ISBN 983-37... more >>.

2005
Mar
Country Construction Business - Production Services (Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, Malaysia, March 2005 to November 2006).
2005
Feb
E-Government Website Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, February 2005 to April 2005).
2005
Jan
National E-Tender Initiative (NeTI) Malaysia (Government of Malaysia, January 2005 to January 2007).
Honours and Awards
2012
Mar
Young Achiever of the Year Award (Finalist) (North West Regional Construction Awards 2012, United Kingdom, March 2012).

From over 150 nominations, 48 have been shortlisted across ten categories including Sustainability, Heritage and Project of the Year. The winners will be revealed at a lavish 1920s themed Black Tie Awards Ceremony and Dinner at... more >>.

2012
Mar
Business Innovation Award (Finalist) (North West Regional Construction Awards 2012, United Kingdom, March 2012).

From over 150 nominations, 48 have been shortlisted across ten categories including Sustainability, Heritage and Project of the Year. The winners will be revealed at a lavish 1920s themed Black Tie Awards Ceremony and Dinner at... more >>.

2009
Jan
BuHu Researcher of the Year 2009 (Research Institute for the Built and Human Environment (BuHu), University of Salford, United Kingdom, January 2009).
Other Research Activity
2008
Sep
CIRIA Specialist Reporter (United Kingdom, September 2008).
Other University Research Roles
2010
Feb
Research Manager of SoBE (School of Built Environment), University of Salford (United Kingdom, February 2010).
2007
Feb
Research Manager of BuHu (Research Institute for the Built and Human Environment), University of Salford, UK (United Kingdom, February 2007 to February 2010).