• Assessing The Perception Of Quantity Surveyor On Adoption Of E-procurement To Mitigate Corrupt Practices In Public Procurement

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    • This study was carried out to to assess the perception of quantity surveyors on adoption of E-procurement to mitigate corrupt practices in public procurementusing Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors as a case study. Specifically, the study was aimed at examining the benefits of e-procurement in public procurement; examine the extent to which the adoption of e-procurement will mitigate corrupt practices in public procurement; and examine the risks associated with adoption of e-procurement in public procurement. The study employed the survey descriptive research design. A total of 100 responses were validated from the survey. From the responses obtained and analysed, the findings revealed that there is a significant relationship between adoption of e-procurement and reduction of corruption in public procurement. This is as the Pearson correlation test showed a positive significant relationship (.821**) between adoption of e-procurement and reduction of corruption in public procurement. The study therefore recommend the Government should create a legal framework and regulatory control for e-Procurement adoption in Nigeria. More so, Construction stakeholders should be enlightened on existing internet security that ensures the safety, security and integrity of e-Procurement transactions.

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    • CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 2 ]CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTION1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDYE-procurement is the transition from traditional paper-based procurement to a more integrated and digital process. This process encompasses various aspects of contract purchasing and awarding in both the private and public sectors.The construction industry is a large and complex industry with a wide range of professionals, trade associations, clients, and specialty firms all with their own agendas and allegiances (Brian and Peter, 2 ... Continue reading---