Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Department of Construction Engineering and Management
Abstract
Collecting valid and efficient data is one of the primary challenges of scientific research. Quantitative or qualitative data usually is collected during questionnaire surveys or interviews by experts after determining the study scope and population number. These methods consume considerable time rounds and costs, specially faced with social constraints such as the Qovid 19 pandemic. Therefore, new communication technologies are necessary for faster, less costly, and more effective methods. This study aims to introduce the ”Focus Group” method in qualitative fuzzy-based studies. We express the history, instruction, and advantages of the approach. It overcomes some research limitations in multidimensional, interdisciplinary, and ambiguous issues. This method reduces the possibility of omitted variables in an integrated system with high speed and accuracy of expert opinion collection via a deep, systematic, and efficient approach using online technology. An example of the Focus Group method application is presented in a study of the integration of influential variables in lean and sustainable construction using a fuzzy DEMATEL method.
Shokohi, F. (2023). Application of Focus Group Method in Modified fuzzy DEMATEL technique
(Integration of effective factors in lean and sustainable construction). Andishe_ye Amari, 27(2), 105-120.
MLA
Shokohi, F. "Application of Focus Group Method in Modified fuzzy DEMATEL technique
(Integration of effective factors in lean and sustainable construction)", Andishe_ye Amari, 27, 2, 2023, 105-120.
HARVARD
Shokohi F. (2023). 'Application of Focus Group Method in Modified fuzzy DEMATEL technique
(Integration of effective factors in lean and sustainable construction)', Andishe_ye Amari, 27(2), pp. 105-120.
CHICAGO
F. Shokohi, "Application of Focus Group Method in Modified fuzzy DEMATEL technique
(Integration of effective factors in lean and sustainable construction)," Andishe_ye Amari, 27 2 (2023): 105-120,
VANCOUVER
Shokohi F. Application of Focus Group Method in Modified fuzzy DEMATEL technique
(Integration of effective factors in lean and sustainable construction). Andishe_ye Amari. 2023;27(2):105-120 (In Persian).