Pérez, C T and Costa, D (2018) Developing a taxonomy of transportation waste in construction production processes. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 8(5), pp. 434-448. ISSN 2044-124X
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present a taxonomy of transportation waste in construction production processes based on lean construction (LC) principles. Design/methodology/approach: The research methodology used is case study and the main stages for the identification of the transportation waste in two construction projects were: mapping physical flows; measurement of transportation time; and monitoring of transportation waste events; assessment of the taxonomy. Findings: The main contribution of this paper is the proposition of a taxonomy of transportation waste in construction production processes through the understanding of the transportation waste causes and consequences. Research limitations/implications: Although the literature reviewed addresses sources from different parts of the world, the case studies performed are limited to one country, Brazil. However, the studies were carried out in two different construction sites separated by more than 3,000 km. Practical implications: All data collected during the taxonomy application can be organized in order to develop an improvement plan. Moreover, if data collected is disseminated, there is the potential to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the construction sector. Social implications: Although the paper does not explore in depth the impact of the study on society or policy, the theme of waste minimization is focused on cost reduction, and one way to do that is through the flow management for waste minimization. Originality/value: The paper discusses the concept of transportation waste of production in construction based on LC philosophy, through the understanding of its causes and consequences.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Brazil; case studies; construction management; flow; lean construction; transportation waste |
| Index terms: | research methodology, effectiveness, construction project, monitoring, mapping, methodology, cost reduction, construction sector, construction production process, taxonomy, minimization, society, case study, efficiency, lean construction, philosophy, construction site, Brazil |
| Subjects: | production management, Geography, research methods, spatial and geospatial analysis, algorithms, performance management, economics, communities and social development, industry analysis, philosophical studies, building construction, control systems, data collection methods, research design and methodology, data analysis and analytics, work location, operations management |
| Topics: | Cost Management, Research Practice, Geographical Context, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Digital Applications, Quality Management, Site Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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