Kartman, S A (1995) Reengineering construction planning systems. PhD thesis, University of California, Berkeley, USA.
Abstract
The objective of this research is to develop contributions towards solving the following problem: Current models and criteria are insufficient for analyzing and improving the performance of construction planning. This problem is addressed by validating the following hypothesis: The performance of a construction planning system can be evaluated and improved. To evaluate the performance of a construction planning system, this thesis develops and applies a set of criteria for measuring plans quality failures. It also develops and applies a matrix for evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of a construction planning system structure. To improve the performance of a constructions planning system, an integrated approach to modeling management systems is applied. This approach utilizes a set of descriptive tools that can be used to model construction planning systems, processes, and management responsibilities as well as communication channels. The application of this modeling approach to a construction planning system leads to the revelation of opportunities for improvement. As a result, a new design for the planning system can be developed and implemented. The application and benefits of the research's reengineering methodology and tools are illustrated in two detailed case studies. To cite some of the benefits achieved in these studies, the US Navy Public Works Center's field productivity improved by 36% and average project duration was cut by 55%. For Dillingham Construction, field productivity improved by 37% and project duration was cut by 20%.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Doctoral) |
|---|---|
| Thesis advisor: | Ibbs, C W |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | duration; communication; construction planning; productivity; case study; failure |
| Index terms: | integrated approach, management system, methodology, efficiency, case study, productivity, public work, effectiveness, duration, modelling, construction planning |
| Subjects: | contractual arrangements, construction planning, analytical methods, data collection methods, project controls, management, performance management, research methods, infrastructure engineering |
| Topics: | Procurement, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Engineering Principles, Organizational Design, Site Management, Time Control, Quality Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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