- Author
- Fisher, D. | Skibniewski, M.
- Title
- Computerized Decision Support for Modularization of Industrial Construction.
- Coporate
- Houston Univ., TX Purdue Univ., West Lafayette, IN
- Report
- Source Document 72, May 1992, 159 p.
- Keywords
- construction | industries | architecture | computers
- Abstract
- The general thrust of this document is the production of a computer application which makes it possible for professionals in the industry to run a detailed feasibility study quickly and easily. From the inception of any major construction project, an owner or a contractor must make numerous decisions which have a large influence on the eventual outcome of the project. The construction field has given its professionals a wide array of options which they can use to affect the cost and outcome of the construction project. These options include the utilization of tools that affect the project in terms of time, cost, and quality. Modularization is one of these important tools when used effectively, it can potentially improve the economics, schedule and quality. Modules can be viable alternatives to traditional construction techniques when they are used in the project that can benefit from them. This is also a helpful thought process that makes owner or manger answer questions that are critical issues in deciding whether to modularize or stick build.