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Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes.

Job Order Contracting

Despite the hype of many vendors, Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. 1998, Krafcik, The Triumph of the Lean Production System The post Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. Corporate parentage and culture do appear to be correlated with performance; the level of technology does not.

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L&G halts production at modular homes factory

Construction Enquirer

Legal & General is halting production at its modular homes factory in Yorkshire after the business racked-up losses of £174m since it was set-up seven years ago. As a start-up business with a significant fixed cost base, a strong and predictable site pipeline is required to make L&G Modular Homes a successful sustainable business.

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The New Competitive Advantage: A Business Case for Sustainable Construction 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Going green pays off for today’s building owners. Buildings that implement green or sustainable practices typically see lower energy costs. Today, governments and private entities are increasingly implementing environmental regulations and incentives that reward companies for adopting sustainable practices.

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Project Management + Sustainability: FAQ

Stok

“What will it take to achieve the sustainability goals of our project?” Whether your sustainable project involves goals around carbon reduction, healthy indoor environments, or energy efficiency, the short answer is it takes additional coordination and planning and likely requires strategic consultants.

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Leveraging JOC as a SYSTEM not simply a Procurement Tool

Job Order Contracting

For example, a “JOC consultant” is being paid a fee based upon a dollar value of a project that they are recommending for approval. #3 Reduce Rework, Optimize Jobsite Productivity, and Lower Costs with Systems thinking-based JOC. Sustainable Facilities Management Reach out to learns more.

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Resilient Flooring: The sustainable specification

Construction Specifier

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. Both are affected by the material science that goes into the product: How are they constructed? Where do the materials come from that make these products? Even sustainably made floors must be installed correctly. It is such a waste.

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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?

Construction Marketing

The bulk production of components leads to economies of scale, reducing the overall cost. Potential for Sustainability For sustainable construction methods, prefab steel is the greener option. However, modern methods increasingly incorporate sustainable and recyclable materials.