The Fourth Built Environment Conference May 16, 2009

Conference organizers aim to bring together researchers, academics, administrators and practitioners representing educational institutions, government agencies, contracting organizations, consulting enterprises, financial institutions, and other construction-related organizations from Southern Africa and the rest of the world.
Topics include:
* Sustainable construction
* Education and Professional Development
* Service delivery /Customer service
* Information Technology
* Legislation and Regulatory Framework
* Safety, Health, Environment and Quality
* Construction Industry Development
* International Construction
* Risk Management
* Housing

Objectives of the Conference

* To provide a forum for multi-disciplinary Interaction between academics and practitioners
* To provide an internationally recognised, accredited conference for the built environment
* To disseminate innovative and cutting edge practices
* To contribute to the built environment body of knowledge(BEBOK)
Conference Outcomes

Through this conference, we wish to find answers to the following :

* What changes would lead to improvements?
* How can informal technology contribute to improvement?
* What are the barriers to change?
* What economic levers can be used?
* How can informal construction sector and SMME problems be addressed?
* How can education, training, and professional development be improved?
* How can all industry participants be integrated?
* How can communication and management difficulties be addressed?
* How can diversity be promoted?
* How can the regulatory environment be more effective?