Husson, David Edward2014-03-142014-03-141987-08-05etd-01202010-020009http://hdl.handle.net/10919/40676The objective of this report is to examine the need for an on-site computerized cost control system in the construction industry. The background of the construction industry leading to the need for such a system is discussed. The report then covers the technologies available for cost tracking and productivity reporting. Finally, a solution to the problem involving the reports and information required for the compilation of the reports as well as a model cost tracking and productivity reporting system are discussed.iv, 87 leavesBTDapplication/pdfenIn CopyrightLD5655.V851 1987.H877Construction industry -- Labor productivityLabor productivityMaster's projecthttp://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-01202010-020009/