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Allam, S I G (1988) Multi-project scheduling: a new categorization for heuristic scheduling rules in construction scheduling problems. Construction Management and Economics, 6(02), 93-115.

Aniekwu, A N and Okpala, D C (1988) The effect of systemic factors on contract services in Nigeria. Construction Management and Economics, 6(02), 171-82.

Arlain, A G and Rakhra, A S (1988) Building code assessment framework. Construction Management and Economics, 6(02), 117-31.

Bon, R (1988) Replacement simulation model: a framework for building portfolio decisions. Construction Management and Economics, 6(02), 149-59.

Kangari, R and Riggs, L S (1988) Portfolio management in construction. Construction Management and Economics, 6(02), 161-9.

Nam, C H and Tatum, C B (1988) Major characteristics of constructed products and resulting limitations of construction technology. Construction Management and Economics, 6(02), 133-48.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: integration; innovation; mass production; product; technology
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446198800000012
  • Abstract:

    The products of construction differ in many important was from those of manufacturing. This paper describes five major characteristics of constructed products: immobility, complexity, durability, costliness, and high degree of social responsibility. These characteristics result in many limitations for construction technology; this paper analyses two of these limitations; the consequences of site operations and specialization. These characteristics suggest both insight regarding directions in developing construction technology and practical applications.