Whole life costing: a new approach

Publication Year

2012

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Explores whole life costing theory, looking at the need to understand material use and the importance of resource management. Sets the context by defining what whole life might mean for the construction industry and looks at the options to address issues for sustainability, energy and waste. Explains the assessment process and how it works in projects, covering brief-setting, specification, detailed design, procurement, tendering, ordering, site, quality control, completion, maintenance and use. Offers a ten-point strategic plan.

Document History

Routledge is an imprint of the Taylor and Francis Group.

Author

Caplehorn, P.

ISBN

9780415434232

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