A discussion on SCM in construction industry..

What is SCM? (supply chain management)

How to integrate / adopt SCM into construction industry?

What are the components inside SCM that is applicable towards construction industry?

How can we identify SCM components inside IBS system?

How can the research helps Abandoned Housing Problems by IBS system through adoption of SCM?

Construction Industry in Malaysia- the scenario

Construction Industry in Malaysia

The Malaysian Industry construction industry has grown rapidly since the country gained independence in 1957. It has never looked back since. Today, it has grown and emerged as a matured industry. It is regarded as a catalyst for the nation growth and as an indicator to nation’s economy. The value chain of the industry is supported by the trade of Professionals comprises of the Architects, Engineers and other professional bodies, to a financial institutions, manufacturers, suppliers and the regulators.

The construction industry in Malaysia presently is regulated by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB). Its mission among others is to ensure the construction sector becomes a dynamic, productive and resilient sector, supporting sustainable wealth generation and value creation, driven by a persuasive, creative and cohesive construction community.

The task of the construction sector not only become essential towards economic growth but also provides supports towards social development of the country through the provision of basic infrastructure. The construction industry and the private sector assume an important role in generating wealth and improving the quality of life for Malaysians through the translation of the government’s socio-economic policies into social and economic infrastructures and buildings. (CIMP, 2007). Indirectly, this industry provides job opportunities for many people and creates a chain effect towards other services namely, professional, financial institution and manufacturing. However, cost and budget constraints along with availability of cheap foreign labour have encouraged the construction industry to favour labour-intensive construction methods over the use of more expensive technology (CIMP,2007).

The 10 years Construction Industry Master Plan (CIMP), will help Malaysia chart its path and capitalise on innovative technology for the sector. Among the technology which could be further enhances is the Industrialised Building System (IBS). However, according to CIDB’s IBS Survey 2003, most of the approval authority and the developer are having poor knowledge in IBS compared to Architects and Engineer. Therefore, a special programme is needed in order to spread the awareness among the key players in the industry.


The CIMP will be in tri-phases. Phase one (2006-2008) seeks to resolve existing challenges facing the industry while Phase two (2009-2012) focuses on developing new capabilities and building a strong foundation for the industry to venture International market. Phase 3 (2013-2015) is expected to address the industry’s need for competing in a global environment and maintaining its lead. (CIMP, 2007). Indeed, the government has put an effort to promote the IBS system through reinforcement of using Modular Coordination (MC) through the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL) and offering incentives through levy waived in order to encourage standardisation and the application of IBS component.


In response to this, on 29th October 2003, the cabinet has endorsed the IBS roadmap (2003-2015) which the main objective to strengthen CIMP (2006-2015). The roadmap is also strived to be the blueprint document towards achieving the Industrialization of the construction sector and the longer term objective of Open Building Concept.

OPTIMIZATION OF MODULAR DESIGN IN TIMBER IBS CONSTRUCTION

Abstract
Problem:
After the launch of the IBS roadmap 2003-2010 by cabinet on 29th October 2003, the focus on the IBS industry has been very much concentrated towards precast concrete and steel industry. Most of the studies related to IBS timber works are only related to roof trusses and non-structural elements. This research focuses on the optimization of modularization system in the prefabricated timber house.


RM/Analysis:
Towards the end, the research will produce a prototype of timber house with optimization of modular design using IBS scoring system and its contribution towards enhancing delivery system to the site. In order to obtain this, an exemplary case of study (Yin, 2003) at sample existing prefabricated timber house will help the data collection. Analysis of this model will reveals the best the prefabricated IBS timber can offer in order to provide alternative for current IBS trades and opportunity for timber vendors in the future.



Expected Results:
This result will exhibit the advantages of timber construction and its application. It will also give knowledge on the delivery process from manufacturers to the site, its installation and construction process. It will also provide alternatives towards precast concrete and steel domination in the market.


K-Contributions/Benefits
The study will helps Architects and designers to familiarize with timber IBS design and state-of-art in modular design in order to achieve the industrialization of the construction industry through standardization. It will also give knowledge towards timber IBS vendor in the construction industry.

Keywords: IBS timber, Modularization, delivery system

Architects are sexiest!!

It's indeed very subjective statement and depends on how you plan to interpret it and articulate it...enjoy..;)

SyAWAL 1430H- Mu@fakat Event

This is indeed a jubilee celebration and earmarked our first gathering of fostering relationship among family members of late Hj. Saseman. Here are same snapshots from the event....

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HappY BiRThDAY NOOR AMRA ZULFA...

Alhamdulillah praise to Allah my lovely daughter turn 1 year old last 23rd September 2009 which falls on the 4th Syawal and Hari Raya. It was a tantalizing experience and grueling with joy looking on how she grows month by months until her 12th months old.

2 months before the event my wife and me decided to throw a party for her to celebrate her 1st birthday. Initially the plan was to roast a lamb and thaw a briyani feast but eventually we end up to have a chicken BBQ and a pulut kuning for a blessing tradition.

Thanks to Mama, Ibu, Kak Eny, Kak Epin and the rest who donated sandwiches, mee Rebus, lot and lots of Kuihs and we also frying chicken nuggets and sausages for the kids.

Not to forget, the peak of the event, a session with Mr. Engineer from KDN, Bukhari for his fire crackers and several undisclosure items which brings more excitement to summarize the event.

Ma Allah bless my daughter and our family and foster our relationship as a family to death do us apart. Ameeen..

Jules and mama and aunties.....................

Enjoy playing with ballonssss

She knows how to smile in front of camera now..

Mama and Jules with Chocs Strawberry from Secret Recipe

BLOW THE CAKES!!

WiShing EvEryboDy SelAmAT AiDilFItrI

coutesy of last year archive...

Eid-ul fitri comes again washing us with lot of blessing. In this so-called uneventful economic scenario, Malaysian is still poured with jovial sentiment. Even, when someone walks to any shopping complexes in any city in Malaysia, one can’t differentiate whether the economic is in downturn. According to a statistics, Malaysian average household is RM 3,686.00 and this fork out one of the lowest compared to other countries in the Asia. Yet, this is not a reason to hamper the festive seasons especially Eid-ul fitri.

Average expenditure for a new family comprises of parents and one kid might tantamount to RM 1000 or maybe more. With this amount, if the salary income is less than RM 3000 barely has enough to scrap by after paying for other monthly wages and expenditures. However, according to the Prime Minister of Malaysia, we as Malaysians are considered ‘overpaid’ in one sense than I am unable to justify. (I totally agree if he was referring to the ministers and politician).

With all the hardship, Most Malaysians are still surviving and do two to triple jobs during spare times. An important fact to consider is that, festive seasons has always been regard as a sacred day where all the families and longing friends will meet and exchange stories for the year and get together for a moment of bonding.

Therefore, let’s us cherish the notions of joyous in this Eid-fitri with the same spirit as yesteryears with blessing and modesty. With this, my family and me would like to wish everybody a Happy Hari Raya and extend forgiveness for all wrongdoings and let’s us hope the celebration will get us together and brings down bad hatred among us.