The lean procurement techniques given in this practical guide could save clients up to 40% of total design and construction costs; case history evidence is included to prove that the techniques really work. The guide goes on to explain in equal depth the lean construction techniques that supply-side design and construction firms (including trades contractors) need to adopt to deliver the savings while boosting their profit margins. Written in an accessible style; it explains why lean construction techniques will only deliver this high level of savings if they are underpinned by long-term; strategic; supply-side partnering relationships between consultants; construction contractors; trades contractors and manufacturers. This is a lsquo;how torsquo; book written in terms everyone can understand; without the need for an expert interpreter or costly training.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Drawing and Sketching In Pencil---helpful; thorough; and art-inspiring.By Ms P. WooldridgeI chose a five-star rating for Drawing and Sketching in Pencil because I very much like Mr. Guptills style of drawing and his way of instructing. Mr. Guptill is very helpful and thorough when he explains why he approaches a subject in a certain way; and many times he discusses MORE than one way to get the job done. Did I say job? Maybe I should have said achieve the end result. This book helps a person to see that drawing and sketching is relaxing as well as productive and satisfying. For me; there is nothing negative about this book.23 of 24 people found the following review helpful. An Oldie but a GoldieBy Frankie BoyGuptill wrote this book early in the 20th century and it carries an illustrators overtones. However it offers clear and concise instruction in the art of pencil sketching from the basics to finer points of detail. I originally bought the book from a curiosity point of view; but; found its practical and concise instruction very much to my liking even though the illustrations were clearly early 20th century.Beautifully presented this is a classic in the art instruction genre.3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy BryanExcellent book on drawing direction.