Kasim, N B; Anumba, C J and Dainty, A R J (2005) Improving materials management practices on fast-track construction projects. In: Khosrowshahi, F (ed.) Proceedings of 21st Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-9 September 2005, London, UK.
Abstract
A key factor adversely affecting project performance is the improper handling and management of materials on site. Materials management is particularly problematic on fast-track projects where design and procurement decisions are made concurrently with construction activities. This paper reports on the early stages of research which is developing a new ICT-based approach to managing materials on fast-track schemes. As a precursor to this work, the paper reviews current material management practices on fast-track construction projects and explores the ICT tools and techniques currently being employed on such projects. The findings reveal the need for more sophisticated materials management solutions which accord with the needs of fast-track schemes. The paper concludes by presenting a research framework for developing such a system in the future.
| Item Type: | Conference Paper (Paper) |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | fast track projects; concurrent engineering; material management; ICT |
| Index terms: | materials management, project performance, procurement decision, management practice, concurrent engineering, construction project, construction activity |
| Subjects: | management, engineering methods, production management, project management theory and practice, procurement strategy, operations management, construction operations |
| Topics: | Site Management, Project Management, Engineering Principles, Business Strategy, Procurement |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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