Building Sustainability by Leaning the Construction Supply Chains: A Case Study for Hong Kong
- Authors: Ilias P. Vlachos, Susan Kit Ling Siu2
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View Affiliations Hide Affiliations2 Northumbria University, Newcastle Business , School
- Source: Markets, Business and Sustainability , pp 29-50
- Publication Date: March 2015
- Language: English
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This study aims to assess how construction supply chains can become more sustainable by implementing lean tools and techniques. The research method was a single case study of a leading construction company in Hong Kong. Two major projects were examined via semi-structured interviews with key personnel. The implementation of lean tools and techniques resulted in improvements in terms of quality, time, cost, safety and environmental sustainability. The application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) can facilitate both lean and sustainable construction. Prefabrication is also an enabler of sustainable construction.
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