Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Measuring Cost-Effectiveness in Municipal Infrastructure Assets Systems, Uganda

Sserunkuma Mukasa, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gulu University Amadiro Atuhaire, Uganda Christian University, Mukono Nyamazwe Nsubuga, National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) Kabogozi Kaleeba, Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18906694
Published: June 25, 2010

Abstract

This Data Descriptor focuses on the application of a Bayesian hierarchical model for evaluating municipal infrastructure assets systems in Uganda. A Bayesian hierarchical model was developed to analyse data from municipal infrastructure projects in Uganda. This approach accounts for variability across different regions and project types. The analysis revealed significant variation in the cost-effectiveness of assets managed by local governments, with some systems showing a 20% improvement over others after adjustments were made. The Bayesian hierarchical model successfully identified key factors influencing asset performance and provided recommendations for improving resource allocation efficiency. Based on the findings, municipalities should prioritise maintenance of critical infrastructure assets to enhance overall system effectiveness. Bayesian Hierarchical Model, Municipal Infrastructure, Cost-Effectiveness, Uganda The maintenance outcome was modelled as $Y_{it}=\beta_0+\beta_1X_{it}+u_i+\varepsilon_{it}$, with robustness checked using heteroskedasticity-consistent errors.

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Sserunkuma Mukasa, Amadiro Atuhaire, Nyamazwe Nsubuga, Kabogozi Kaleeba (2010). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Measuring Cost-Effectiveness in Municipal Infrastructure Assets Systems, Uganda. African Nanotechnology in Engineering (Environmental applications), Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18906694

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Bayesian statisticshierarchical modellingcost-effectiveness analysisinfrastructure assessmenteconometricsstochastic processesgeographic information systems

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