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INNOVATING THE SUPPLY CHAIN: IMPACTS OF ORDER PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY ON CONSTRUCTION LOGISTICS IN NIGERIA

By: Bello Tope Olatunde
Published: June 2, 2025
The logistic technologies for effective and efficient โ€˜order processing operationsโ€™ in the areas of tracking, shipping, replenishment, dispatching and holding of inventory are deficient in the Nigerian construction industry, when compared to manufacturing and retailing sectors. This is confirmed to have a significant effect on the performance of the construction...

LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS OF QUALITY: IMPLEMENTING A RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION FRAMEWORK

By: Emmanuel A Okonkwo
Published: June 2, 2025
Housing is a critical socio-economic driver in the vast majority of developing countries, including South Africa. It involves many aspects such as construction quality, affordability, geographic location, long-term financing, and the environment. A key research concern is the quantification of the construction quality of houses and how this may be...

HARNESSING AUTOMATION FOR EFFICIENT CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL MANAGEMENT

By: admin admin
Published: June 2, 2025
There is a limited understanding of automation in construction materials-handling processes utilized by manufacturing firms in Nigeria. This article evaluates the level of utilization of automation in construction materials-handling operations by manufacturing firms in North-Central Nigeria, to improve operational efficiency and reduce operating costs. Using a case study research design,...