Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery: A Comprehensive Guide to Collaborative Construction

In today's fast-paced and demanding construction industry, seamlessly integrating project planning, execution, and management is essential for achieving optimal outcomes. The Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) provides a comprehensive exploration of this transformative approach, offering insights, best practices, and cutting-edge research in a single, authoritative volume.

What is Integrated Project Delivery?

IPD is a collaborative project management model that brings together owners, contractors, designers, and other stakeholders in a shared decision-making environment. It emphasizes open communication, early involvement, and risk sharing throughout all project phases, from inception to completion.

Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery

by Christalyn Brannen

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	32636 KB
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Print length	:	648 pages
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Benefits of Integrated Project Delivery

IPD offers numerous benefits for construction projects, including:

• Improved Project Outcomes: By fostering collaboration and shared decision-making, IPD facilitates faster project delivery, reduced costs, and enhanced quality control.
• Reduced Risks: The collaborative approach and risk-sharing mechanisms in IPD mitigate risks and uncertainties, ensuring project success.
• Increased Team Efficiency: IPD promotes open communication and transparency, leading to improved team dynamics and streamlined decision-making.
• Enhanced Stakeholder Satisfaction: All project stakeholders are actively involved in IPD, leading to greater satisfaction and trust.

Content of the Handbook

The Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery is divided into five parts, covering a wide range of topics essential for understanding and implementing IPD:

Part I: Foundations of IPD

• Historical development and theoretical underpinnings of IPD
• Benefits, challenges, and key principles of IPD

Part II: IPD Process and Culture

• Phases of an IPD project
• Roles and responsibilities of project participants
• Communication and collaboration strategies in IPD
• Risk management and contracting approaches

Part III: Tools and Techniques for IPD

• Lean construction principles and practices
• Virtual design and construction (VDC)
• Building information modeling (BIM)
• Collaborative project management software

Part IV: IPD Case Studies and Applications

• Real-world examples of successful IPD projects
• IPD in different project types and industries
• Best practices for implementing IPD

Part V: Research and Future Directions

• Recent research and industry trends in IPD
• Challenges and opportunities for IPD in the future
• Emerging technologies and innovations in project delivery

Target Audience

The Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery is an indispensable resource for:

• Construction professionals and practitioners
• Architects, engineers, and contractors
• Project managers and owners
• Academics and researchers in construction management
• Students studying project delivery and construction

About the Contributors

The Handbook features contributions from leading experts in IPD from academia, industry, and government. Their collective knowledge and experience provide a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of the subject.

The Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery is the ultimate guide to this transformative approach to construction. Its comprehensive coverage, expert insights, and real-world examples empower readers to fully understand and implement IPD, unlocking the potential for improved project outcomes, reduced risks, and enhanced stakeholder satisfaction.

Routledge Handbook of Integrated Project Delivery

by Christalyn Brannen

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	32636 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	648 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE