Overview

The construction logistics manager plays an increasingly central role in the construction process. In fact, their decisions can crucially affect the success or failure of a project. Recognition of the critical role they play has spurred evermore interest in this budding field amongst both researchers and practitioners. An accessible text on construction logistics, Supply Chain Management and Logistics in Construction provides essential guidance and expert advice for construction managers, as well as researchers and students in the field. This important new title looks at arrangements with suppliers, the use of returnable packaging and off-site manufacture and assembly, IT systems used to manage the supply chain and logistics operations, such as delivery management systems, warehouse management systems and material planning and forecasting systems. It also considers aspects of the contractual relationships between client, developer, main contractor and lower-tier contractors, all of which have an impact on how the supply chain is managed. In addition to providing a range of fresh ground-breaking case studies, the book features contributions from leading experts in the field who have been involved in projects with companies such as TFL, BAA, The Red Cross, as well as big construction programmes such as the Olympics and Cross Rail.

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Author:   Greger Lundesjo
Publisher:   Kogan Page Ltd
Imprint:   Kogan Page Ltd
ISBN:  

9780749472436

ISBN 10:   074947243
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   03 June 2015
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Electronic book text
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Unit - - 1:: Strategic Perspectives; Chapter - - 1:: The Challenges of Construction Logistics; Chapter - - 2:: Aggregating Global Products for Just-In-Time Delivery to Construction Sights; Chapter - - 3:: Construction Logistics - Supply of Bulk Materials; Chapter - - 4:: Effective Management of a Construction Project Supply Chain; Chapter - - 5:: Construction Supply Chain Management Strategy; Unit - - 2:: The Impact of BIM and New Data Management Capabilities on Supply Chain Management in Construction; Chapter - - 6:: Data Management for Integrated Supply Chains in Construction Unit - - 3:: Construction Logistics and Sustainability; Chapter - - 7:: The Role of Logistics in Achieving Sustainable Construction: A Swedish Perspective; Chapter - - 8:: Resource Efficiency Benefits of Effective Construction Logistics; Unit - - 4:: Logistics Operations; Chapter - - 9:: The Role of the Logistics Manager; Chapter - - 10:: Third Party Logistics Operators in Construction: The Role They Play and the Role They Could Play; Chapter - - 11;: Managing Construction Logistics For Confined Sites in Urban Areas; Chapter - - 12:: Consolidation Centres in Construction; Chapter - - 13:: Delivery Management Systems;

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Greger Lundesjo is the owner of Lundesjo Consulting. He has spent over 20 years in logistics related businesses and has extensive international experience both in operative business roles and as a consultant. He has supported clients by applying logistics principles to construction projects, improving resource efficiency and reducing cost and environmental impact.

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