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The role of logistics in the materials flow control process

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  • A. Agapiou
  • L. E. Clausen
  • R. Flanagan
  • G. Norman
  • D. Notman

Abstract

Frequently, the supply of building materials to the construction site is fraught with difficulties which can have a significant effect on productivity. Major productivity gains are possible, particularly if the building process is planned from a logistics perspective. The concept of logistics was developed initially within the manufacturing industry, and now constitutes an important management tool to ensure an overall strategic perspective on the flow of materials in the production process. This paper contends that logistics are relevant also to the construction industry, and describes the development of a logistics model to manage the flow of materials from suppliers to installation on-site and its application to a Danish house building project. The case study evidence suggests that the primary focus of the logistics concept in construction is to improve coordination and communication between project participants during the design and construction phases, particularly in the materials flow control process. The logistics concept requires accurate scheduling of materials to programmed delivery dates keyed to actual site layout and storage arrangements. The logistics approach also involves a new role for materials suppliers, including early involvement in the design phase and overall responsibility for the flow of information relating to materials.

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  • A. Agapiou & L. E. Clausen & R. Flanagan & G. Norman & D. Notman, 1998. "The role of logistics in the materials flow control process," Construction Management and Economics, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 16(2), pages 131-137.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:conmgt:v:16:y:1998:i:2:p:131-137
    DOI: 10.1080/014461998372420
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    1. R. Navon & O. Berkovich, 2006. "An automated model for materials management and control," Construction Management and Economics, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 24(6), pages 635-646.
    2. Bergstrom, Max & Stehn, Lars, 2005. "Matching industrialised timber frame housing needs and enterprise resource planning: A change process," International Journal of Production Economics, Elsevier, vol. 97(2), pages 172-184, August.

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