The Effects of Lead-Time and Inventory on Labor Productivity

Abstract

This thesis quantifies several important theories of lean construction. It presents a relationship between lead-times, inventory, and labor productivity with regards to highway bridge construction. This research is restricted to formwork and concrete placement. Four case study projects are introduced and evaluated. Factors that effect labor productivity are identified. A relationship between lead-time, crew size, and inventory is established. Furthermore, two tools are presented to help managers plan projects by determining work expectations, crew size, and required inventories of formwork. The case studies are used to demonstrate the potential of these tools.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADA384565

Entities

People

  • John G. Buck

Organizations

  • Pennsylvania State University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Assembly Lines
  • Case Studies
  • Civil Engineering
  • Concrete
  • Construction
  • Contractors
  • Data Processing
  • Data Sets
  • Delphi Method
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Excavation
  • Lead Time
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Productivity
  • Standards

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  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.
  • Theoretical Analysis.