{"product_id":"managing-construction-logistics-isbn-9781405151245","title":"Managing Construction Logistics","description":"Every major industry except construction uses logistics to improve its bottom line…\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e   \u003cp\u003ePoor logistics is costing the construction industry at least £3 billion a year according to a report – ‘Improving Construction Logistics’ – published by the Strategic Forum for Construction.  Additional costs arise as a result of operatives waiting for materials, and skilled craftsmen being used for unskilled jobs. Inadequate management of logistics also has an adverse effect on quality, causes delays to projects, and adds to the health and safety risks on site. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis practical book highlights the benefits of good logistics as well as the use of consolidation centres on projects. It shows how reduction in transport movements, less money tied up in stock, less waste, and the more efficient use of skilled craftsmen will reduce the cost of projects, reduce construction time, improve quality, reduce risks to health and safety, improve environmental performance and generally improve the image of the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe authors offer practical ways of achieving these benefits through integrated project teams and supply chains and the increased adoption of information technology including electronic communications, bar coding, and electronic tagging for tracing products. They also show how specific roles for each part of the industry can help to improve logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Practical, clear and accessible\u003cbr\u003e • First book to address logistics in construction\u003cbr\u003e • Written by the industry-recognized logistics experts\u003cbr\u003e • Tackles issues of key concern: efficient use of labour; sustainability; waste and supply chain management\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003eDieses Praktikerbuch macht die Vorteile guter Logistik und die Nutzung von Synergien bei Bauprojekten deutlich. Schlanke Transportabläufe, niedrigere Lagerhaltung, weniger Abfall und der effizientere Einsatz von qualifizierten Mitarbeitern lassen die Projektkosten sinken, reduzieren die Bauzeit, sorgen für höhere Qualität, senken Gesundheits- und Sicherheitsrisiken und verbessern allgemein das Image der Baubranche.  \u003ci\u003eForeword.\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePreface.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout the Book.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout the Authors.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDedication and Acknowledgements.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGlossary of Abbreviations.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 1: Contextualising Logistics for Construction.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 The Origins of Logistics.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions and origins of logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe military origins of logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModern military logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParallel lines: construction and the military.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 2: Construction Logistics in Practice.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Construction Logistics in Practice.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelopment of logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction industry logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing construction with manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction industry: traditional approach to logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction industry: dedicated approach to logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultural barriers to implementing integrated logistics in the construction industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResistance to change.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLogistics constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 An Introduction to Practical Logistics.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning is everything.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaste not, want not?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication is the key.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStandardisation and pre-assembly in construction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating professional logistics operations in the construction industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmall sites.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractical completion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Mobilisation and Resourcing the Team.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMobilisation and site set-up.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResourcing the logistics team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe background.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContractual norms and logistics management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIssues in current practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe specialist construction logistics contractor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmployment and training.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Materials Delivery and Handling.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContractual issues and current practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting materials to the site.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon user plant: tower cranes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon user plant: lifts and hoists.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe scope and potential of common user plant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCouriers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlternative forms of transport.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistribution.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBatching plants or concrete deliveries?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBarcodes and radio-frequency identification.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsolidation centres.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Transport and Communications.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction to traffic management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging construction traffic on the highways.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging access points.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCar parking.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging haul roads.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWheel washes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn overview of communications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe site logistics meeting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning from the site.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication tools.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSignage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Managing Critical Risks.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImportance of fire management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCauses of fire.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe fire safety plan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvacuation plans.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFire marshals and fire wardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContractual barriers to a seamless response.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction to first aid and occupational health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the right level of first-aid provision.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst-aid equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with emergencies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOccupational health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther information.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Security.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe remit of the security team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging access to site.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNight security.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDogs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlarms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial measures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Coordinating Infrastructure and Services.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCatering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemporary accommodation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemporary services.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Waste Management and Good Housekeeping.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcurement of waste management services.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is waste?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChallenges to good housekeeping on site.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA professional approach to waste management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePotentials for further improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHousekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSanitary facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchieving good housekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 3: The Future of Construction Logistics.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Construction Consolidation Centres.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsolidation centre concept.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction logistics consolidation centres: an outline.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe benefits of using a consolidation centre.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe challenges of pricing the logistics element of a contract.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe consolidation centre methodology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWarehouse management systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterials identification and tagging systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eValue stream mapping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe cost benefits of a consolidation centre.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreasing the availability of materials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvantages offered to materials suppliers: better use of delivery vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRealising cost savings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon-financial benefits of the consolidation centre.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreased accountability.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe social benefits of good supply chain management and logistics techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocially responsible supply chain management and logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the future application of the consolidation centre methodology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImportant considerations for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Case Studies.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 1: Construction Logistics: The Heartbeat of a Project.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 2: Prescription to Reduce Waste: AstraZeneca.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 3: Consolidated Loads: The Answer to Space- and Access-constrained Sites.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 4: Come Up and See Me Some Time: The Value of Occupational Health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 5: Terminal 5: Delivering Europe's Largest Construction Project Just in Time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 6: Security Services at Tate Modern and Tate Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 7: Refurbishment at Unilever House: Delivering Sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConclusion: The Argument for Change.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIndex.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"I can commend this book to both industry professionals, to academics and to students in the field of construction management. I would recommend that potential readers not follow my example but rather follow the advice of the King in Alice in Wonderland and begin at the beginning and go on till you come to the end: then stop.\" (Australasian Journal of Construction Economics and Building, 1 April 2010)  \u003cp\u003e \"Practical, clear and accessible. First book to address logistics in construction. Written by the industry-recognized logistics experts. Tackles issues of key concern: efficient use of labor; sustainability; waste and supply chain management.\" (Medicaster, 29 October 2010)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \"This guide emphasises the benefits of good logistics in construction and includes many detailed case studies. \"I believe constructors ignore this book at their peril,\" says Peter Rogers CBE, chairman of the Green Building Council.\" (\u003ci\u003eConstruction Manager\u003c\/i\u003e, September 2010)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eGary Sullivan\u003c\/b\u003e is co-founder of Wilson James Ltd, which provides a range of support services to industry, commerce and government. Planning and delivering logistics and security solutions for large or complex projects, consolidation centres and strategic infrastructure installations.  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStephen Barthorpe\u003c\/b\u003e is the Corporate Responsibility Manager for MITIE Group PLC, a major strategic outsourcing and asset management company. He is responsible for implementing the Group,s Corporate Responsibility strategy throughout the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStephen Robbins\u003c\/b\u003e works at Laing O'Rourke Plc, as Off-Site Production Manager where he utilises his knowledge in the development and implementation of logistics strategies for a number of challenging projects, both at tender and at contract stage.\u003c\/p\u003e  \"I believe that constructors ignore this book at their peril. These techniques will soon be core to every construction business. The only question for industry decision-makers is to decide whether they want to get ahead of the curve by changing now, or wait until a streamlined and competitive industry forces them to adapt just to remain viable. As a client, I know what I’d recommend.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003ePeter Rogers\u003c\/b\u003e, CBE, Chairman of the Green Building Council  \u003cp\u003ePoor logistics is costing the construction industry at least £3 billion a year. Additional costs arise as a result of operatives waiting for materials, and skilled craftsmen being used for unskilled jobs. Inadequate management of logistics also has an adverse effect on quality, causes delays to projects, and adds to the health and safety risks on site.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEvery major industry except construction uses logistics to improve its bottom line.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis practical, clear and accessible book highlights the benefits of good logistics in construction as well explaining the use of consolidation centres for projects. It shows how reduction in transport movements, less money tied up in stock, less waste, and the more efficient use of skilled craftsmen will reduce the cost of projects, reduce construction time, improve quality, reduce risks to health and safety, improve environmental performance and generally improve the image of the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe authors - industry-recognized logistics experts - offer tried-and-tested ways of achieving these benefits through integrated project teams and supply chains, and the increased adoption of information technology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eManaging Construction Logistics\u003c\/i\u003e includes a wide range of lively and detailed case studies – from Terminal 5 to the Tate Gallery – showing how good logistics tackles the ‘hot potato’ issues within the construction industry: efficient use of labour; sustainability; waste and supply chain management.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley-Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989563687141,"sku":"NP9781405151245","price":84.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781405151245.jpg?v=1761784613","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/managing-construction-logistics-isbn-9781405151245","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}