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Construction Supply Chains and Their Role in Sustainability

  • Published on February 17, 2022

There are no accepted definitions in the literature for construction supply chain. Construction supply chains essentially bring goods and materials to the construction site to ensure a building and construction project may be realized. It may also include services required such as that of various trades needed to complete a project. The various stakeholders involved in the success ofa construction project such as the owner or client, the architect, various types of engineers, and operators all are involved in the success of the project and therefore, they are also part of the supply chain. This entry commences with the definition of construction supply chain (CSC) and determines whether CSC plays an important role in sustainability within the construction sector using case studies. As construction projects usually involve a lot of money, the value for money for a building and construction project needs to be considered. So, a comparative analysis ofthe Value for Money (VfM) framework is undertaken to determine if this can assist in achieving sustainability in the delivery ofconstruction projects. Using case studies, success factors for construction projects are highlighted. The entry concludes with determining the way forward for construction supply chains.

The sustainable development goals (SDGs) were adopted by the United Nations member states in 2015 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. The 17 goals are interrelated so that action in one area will affect outcomes in others. Development must balance social, economic, and environmental sustainability (UNDP 2020). Research is directly related to the main focus theme of the SBC programme.

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