Li, H; Guo, H; Skibniewski, M J and Skitmore, M (2008) Using the IKEA model and virtual prototyping technology to improve construction process management. Construction Management and Economics, 26(9), pp. 991-1000. ISSN 1466433X
Abstract
Learning from manufacturing industries is a useful approach to improving the productivity of the construction industry and to solve problems arising from construction processes. Through the use of virtual prototyping (VP) technology, the lean production process engaged in the IKEA business model (IKEA model) is studied and implemented in a real-life construction project. Specifically, based on the analysis of the IKEA model, the IKEA model can be applied to optimize construction processes and simplify management activities. A case study is analysed to demonstrate the improvement of construction process management through using the VP-IKEA approach.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | ikea model; site operations; virtual prototyping |
| Index terms: | construction project, construction process, virtual prototyping, lean production, manufacturing industry, site operation, business model, construction industry, case study, productivity |
| Subjects: | innovation and technology management, operations management, business, data collection methods, industry analysis, building construction, production management, management, manufacturing engineering |
| Topics: | Business Strategy, Research Practice, Project Management, Engineering Principles, Site Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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