Remote working too creates more equality in status.
New South Wales has done a comprehensive study over the last two years leading with their Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) guidelines for schools that go beyond volumetric towards a platform-based approach.In Queensland, there’s been a recent expression of interest released to find out how they can utilise MMC to build more affordable and social housing.. States are talking about DfMA and MMC but taking different approaches and not necessarily sharing knowledge and insights.. 2.
Start-ups will rise up.. A component-based platform approach will help engage local manufacturing.We will see smaller manufacturers of repeat components getting engaged in the supply chain rather than just being a few big players producing the majority of a building.This has numerous socioeconomic advantages.
Fostering innovative thinking among SME fabricators and smaller suppliers is a key driver for change in construction more broadly.. 3.Australia needs a shift in mindset..
Right now, the supply chain in Australia is relatively immature.
To move towards a component-based model, we must look at procurement and a holistic change in how we deliver construction projects.Through digital simulations, 4D planning, and automated configuration tools, stakeholders can fine-tune facility designs to meet standard requirements, optimising every aspect.. By digitally modelling processes or assets as Chips, we can quickly assess their current effectiveness and explore potential changes across diverse scenarios.
This depth of analysis is impossible when focusing solely on individual components.Chips allow easy value adjustments that support targeted process optimisation, leading to seamless improvements in productivity.. Planning for the future becomes straightforward, allowing consideration of various data variables, such as market trends, and calculating their impact on energy or space requirements.
Testing multiple options reveals the optimum capital investment to maximise future flexibility across different markets.. Benefits of modelling using chips.Once a client’s requirements are thoroughly assessed, a Chip library becomes a powerful tool for the design team, offering:.
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