Measuring up: a practical guide to benchmarking in construction

Report BR 336

BRE, 1997
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Archived

Supplement

Construction Management Supplement

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Report

Abstract

Benchmarking allows a company to put its own processes under the microscope, and then identify what can be done to enhance their performance. This report looks at the benchmarking process in detail, using case studies to highlight various points.

Author

Pickrell, S., Garnett, N. and Baldwin, J.

History

This document has been archived by its original publisher.

ISBN

9781860811814

Subjects

  • Project management
  • Legal issues and management
  • Special subject areas
  • Construction operations

Publisher History

BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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