Envisioning the Future of Supply Chain Management for Modular Construction through literature review

9 pages•Published: December 11, 2023

Abstract

Modular construction has been gaining momentum worldwide due to its potential in increasing project efficiency and reducing construction waste. It is centered around the utilization of prefabricated components and modules produced in off-site factories. Due to its unique features and close relationship with manufacturing industry, the supply chain management of modular construction requires more attention since transporting standardized modular parts with different completion levels is complicated to manage. What’s more, the supply chain mapping and scheduling need to be improved due to the more specific requirements in terms of module components categories, building types, and labor availability and cost. In this research, the goal is to envision the future of modular construction supply chain management for more proactive adoption of modular construction. After conducting a systematic literature review, this research provides insights and recommendations for the current mapping design, scheduling, monitoring, and risk management. The contribution of this research involves the cost-benefit analysis of modular construction and a proposal for an enhanced supply chain system to increase logistics efficiency.

Keyphrases: literature review, Modular Construction, risk management, Supply Chain Management

In: Tom Leathem, Wesley Collins and Anthony J. Perrenoud (editors). Proceedings of 59th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference, vol 4, pages 650--658

Links:	https://easychair.org/publications/paper/F6Fw
	https://doi.org/10.29007/cqd9