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Barbosa, P S F and Pimental, P R (2001) A linear programming model for cash flow management in the Brazilian construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 469-79.

Drew, D S, Ho, L C Y and Skitmore, M R (2001) Analysing a consultant's competitiveness in two-envelope fee tendering. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 503-10.

Eyiah, A K (2001) An integrated approach of financing small contractors in developing countries: a conceptual model. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 511-8.

Fox, S, Marsh, L and Cockerham, G (2001) Design for manufacture: a strategy for successful application to buildings. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 493-502.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Design for manufacture (DFM); design rules; design metrics; methodology
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446193.2001.9709625
  • Abstract:

    Building designers’ counterparts in the manufacturing industry use proprietary methodologies described by the term ’design for manufacture’ (DFM). Their use has resulted in radical improvements to productivity and quality. The potential benefits of applying DFM to buildings are widely recognized. However, there are differences between design in the manufacturing industry and in the construction industry. An analysis is provided here of how building design information and activities could affect successful application of DFM in the construction industry. The paper presents a review of DFM literature and a field survey of construction manufacturers, assemblers and consultants. The results suggest that information and activities prevalent in building design are barriers to the successful application of existing DFM methodologies. However, it may be possible to apply the fundamental principles of DFM to buildings. A strategy to achieve this is introduced and discussed.

Griffith, A and Phillips, N (2001) The influence of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994 upon the procurement and management of small building works. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 533-40.

Kale, S and Arditi, D (2001) General contractors' relationships with subcontractors: a strategic asset. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 541-9.

Li, Z, Anson, M and Li, G (2001) A procedure for quantitatively evaluating site layout alternatives. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 459-67.

Nkado, R N and Meyer, T (2001) Competencies of professional quantity surveyors: a South African perspective. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 481-91.

Skitmore, R M and Ng, T (2001) Australian project time-cost analysis: Statistical analysis of intertemporal trends. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 455-458.

Winch, G M and Carr, B (2001) Processes, maps and protocols: understanding the shape of the construction process. Construction Management and Economics, 19(05), 519-31.