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Visual management : an exploration of the concept and its implementation in construction (2011)
Thesis
Tezel, B. Visual management : an exploration of the concept and its implementation in construction. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Visual Management (VM) is the managerial strategy of employing visual (sensory) tools and aids in close-range communication at a workplace to increase the self-management ability of the workforce. It is an important element of the Toyota Producti... Read More about Visual management : an exploration of the concept and its implementation in construction.

Development of a tool for diagnosing production management efficiency on construction sites (2010)
Thesis
Henrich, G. Development of a tool for diagnosing production management efficiency on construction sites. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Many studies presented in the literature pinpoint that the construction industry suffers from a lack of efficiency if compared with other industries; e.g. manufacturing. This bad construction industry performance can be attributed to many reasons,... Read More about Development of a tool for diagnosing production management efficiency on construction sites.

Improving wayfinding in old and complex hospital environments
Thesis
Rooke, C. Improving wayfinding in old and complex hospital environments. (Thesis). University of Salford

Many hospitals have developed over a number of years in a piecemeal fashion. This has resulted in complex environments made up of long and confusing corridor systems with bends, turns, and confusing signs. Such settings challenge and frustrate those... Read More about Improving wayfinding in old and complex hospital environments.