Bates, M; Sturges, J; McGowan, K and Sommerville, J (1999) Material supply in house construction: The potential to enhance performance by improving communication. In: Hughes, W (ed.) Proceedings of 15th Annual ARCOM Conference, 15-17 September 1999, Liverpool, UK.
Abstract
The interface between housebuilding contractors and their suppliers is often a source problems. We have examined this relationship from both the suppliers' and contractor’s perspective. One of the main problems appears to be poor communication between the site-based activities and the supplier. Taking into consideration the 'chaotic' nature of housebuilding (due to sales driven scheduling) and the demands of both parties, a detailed plan has been developed using project management software. The intention is for this application to bridge the communication shortfall from site to supplier.
| Item Type: | Conference Paper (Paper) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | communication; housebuilding; interface; project management software; supplier |
| Index terms: | housebuilding, house construction, scheduling, project management software |
| Subjects: | operations research, digital technology, construction type, construction integration |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Time Control, Business Strategy, Construction Technology |
| Descriptive scope: | 1 P |
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