Description
Benchmarking is one of the key management techniques the construction industry now needs to adopt if it is to meet challenging new efficiency and productivity targets as well as clients' demands for best value. Contracts are increasingly being awarded only to contractors who can demonstrate the lean construction practices that come with benchmarking.
This authoritative and accessible book:
* clarifies the thinking behind benchmarking and why firms must now adopt it
*shows how to set up effective benchmarking
*explains the theoretical background and offers clear, practical guidance
*demonstrates best practice though reference to case studies.
There are nine case studies describing the use of KPIs and the application of the EFQM excellence model - including contributions from Morrison and John Mowlem
The author
Steve McCabe is senior lecturer in the School of Property and Construction at the University of Central England in Birmingham. He has conducted extensive research in quality improvement techniques and benchmarking and has wide experience in industry with a number of contractors and within the local authority sector.
About the Author
Steven McCabe, Senior Lecturer in construction management, University of Central England.
Reviews
'This authoritative, comprehensive and admirably readable book is well timed . All those involved in planning, managing and executing construction projects should make a point of reading and absorbing its wealth of background and practical advice.'
Gareth Thomas, Construction Productivity Network
Book Information
ISBN 9780632055647
Author Steven McCabe
Format Paperback
Page Count 308
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 510g
Dimensions(mm) 250mm * 200mm * 15mm
