摘要: |
Ohio Department of Transportation's (ODOT's) first partnered project was in the fall of 1991 with Kokosing Construction in Licking County. Over the next two years, 28 more projects were partnered. The findings were: (1) partnering has enhanced an existing positive atmosphere of cooperation; (2) based on the literature review, ODOT has not utilized all of the implementation best practices suggested by the recognized leaders of partnering; (3) ODOT central office's commitment to partnering is not visible to most partnering participants; and (4) neither significant cost savings nor reduction of contract durations were detected from the review of ODOT records or from phone conversations with various officials. Partnering has had a positive beginning with its high profile and success stories. However, if left to take care of itself, it is unlikely that the program will reach its full potential. |