Claudette Hajj

Mrs. Claudette Hajj


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Academic Career Length

4Years (2023-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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23 March 2023 in Systems
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MBMoreno Begoña
Moreno Begoña
German Martinez-MontesGerman Martinez-Montes
German Martinez-Montes
CHClaudette Hajj
Claudette Hajj
Projectification is the phenomenon whereby activities traditionally carried out in a functional manner are approached as projects. It also includes the transformation processes of organisations as project management and non-functional structures. It is a phenomenon that has become important in recent years. It has brought great benefits to organisations and public administration, and it has optimised the use of economic resources. On the other hand, projectification also brings undesirable effects, known as the dark side of projectification. Several years after the first time projectification was coined, a deep debate about projectification has been necessary to make the most of all possible levels. This research, through a bibliometric analysis and a review of the most outstanding literature, identifies those aspects that need to be discussed and where there is room for improvement. The results, with an important set of disadvantages of projectification, sometimes not taken into account, especially at the individual level, establish a solid basis for the debate on projectification and the possible points of improvement from all perspectives (individual, organisational and societal). These perspectives should be observed as different but complementary, forming a holistic understanding of projectification.

24 April 2025 in Sustainability
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Claudette Hajj
German Martinez-MontesGerman Martinez-Montes
German Martinez-Montes
The construction sector plays a pivotal role in sustainability efforts, driving the need for innovative solutions like Building Information Modeling (BIM) to optimize green building design and performance. This study examines the diffusion of BIM functionalities that support sustainability, particularly in energy efficiency, water management, material selection, indoor environmental quality, and green building certification. Using the innovation diffusion theory, the research employs three mathematical models—internal, external, and mixed—to analyze the adoption patterns of BIM for green building applications. Empirical findings reveal that external factors, such as government regulations, financial incentives, and industry trends, significantly influence the diffusion of BIM functions related to environmental performance. The mixed diffusion model demonstrates the highest explanatory power, indicating that both external and internal drivers play a role, particularly in material selection and lifecycle assessment. This study highlights the growing integration of BIM in sustainable construction, reinforcing the need for regulatory support to accelerate adoption. These findings offer valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals, demonstrating how BIM can drive greener practices in the built environment. Policymakers should focus on developing policies and offering incentives such as feed-in tariffs, investment tax credits, and integrating Green BIM requirements into building codes to encourage sustainable construction practices. Also, curricula should be updated to include real-world projects and experiential learning to improve the adoption and efficiency of Green BIM practices. Future research should explore enhanced digital frameworks to further improve BIM’s impact on sustainability and lifecycle optimization.

11 October 2024 in Buildings
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MBMarie-Belle Boutros
Marie-Belle Boutros
CHClaudette Hajj
Claudette Hajj
DJDima Jawad
Dima Jawad
German Martinez-MontesGerman Martinez-Montes
German Martinez-Montes
The risk–benefit analysis of ERP implementation is worth investigating to optimize the efficiency of ERP deployment in the construction sector. This study investigates the factors affecting the dissipation of ERP through diffusion models in developing countries. Moreover, it suggests a strategy to adopt ERP modules that optimize process integration and project efficiency through the priority factors method. According to the study, the internal model best describes the studied modules, and it suggests that imitative behavior and word of mouth significantly influence ERP adoption in the Africa and Middle East regions. This research concludes with an optimized order for deploying ERP modules based on the importance, urgency, and ease of implementation of each module. It is as follows: work progress (500), budgeting (405), procurement (343), site operations (280), planning and scheduling (270), accounting (252), inventory management (126), document control (90), and tendering (6). Therefore, it can be concluded that this study fills the research gap of ERP module adoption using diffusion models and priority factors within the construction industry, specifically in the specified regions. However, considering dynamic influence factors might provide more precise predictions, while involving a greater number of companies’ owners might highlight a greater importance of external factors.