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100 _aLane, T.
245 _aThat's logistical captain
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_v269(8336) 11 June 2004, 58-59(2)
520 _aExamines the increasing importance of the management of logistics for construction sites. This is the science of getting the correct products to the relevant place at the lowest cost. Notes how consultant Mace has adopted a five point plan to get the most out of a smooth logistics chain. Mentions a production control software device called Project Flow which allows materials to be pulled through the supply chain on site demand with suppliers being able to access it via the Internet. Argues that a logistics plan should be formulated at the planning stage of a project to ensure that all the potential problems and constraints are considered.
590 _aABS
590 _aABS
650 _aLOGISTICS
650 _aCONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
650 _aSUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
690 _aPROJECT MANAGEMENT
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