1. Thinking Beyond Lean :
How Multi-Project Management Is Transforming Product Development at Toyota and
Other Companies
by Michael A. Cusumano, Kentaro Nobeoka
Cusumano, along with Richard Selby, previously
analyzed Bill Gates' competitive strategy in Microsoft Secrets (1995), but he
also took an earlier look at Toyota in The Japanese Automobile Industry (1985).
That book looked at the technological and managerial practices of both Toyota
and Nissan. Now...
2. Construction
Scheduling With Primavera Project Planner
by Leslie Feigenbaum
I fully recommend this book for any new user of
P3. I considered it as a "must have" title.
3. Estimating Excavation
by Deryl Burch
Jason A. Stubler , January 20, 2000
Make More Money
It seems hard to believe but after reading this
book it all makes sense. Why estimate in detail rather than a lump sum? This
book takes you step-by-step through estimating. It start from the site visit, to
the calculations, and to your final presentation of the bid. This book shows you
how to...
4. Building the Corporate
Intranet
by Steven L. Guengerich(Editor), et al
Synopsis
Building a corporate intranet requires integrating
two very different technologies: Web development tools and enterprise-wide
legacy systems. The authors, leading consults at BSG, explain the tools and
techniques necessary for building an intranet system. This book shows how to
plan, design and...
5. Contractor's Guide to
Quickbooks Pro99
by Karen Mitchell, et al
6. Total Construction
Project Management
by George J. Ritz
From Book News, Inc. , November 1, 1994
A practical guide for construction managers on how
to complete construction projects as specified, on schedule, and within budget,
by gaining control over the entire construction management process, from
initiation to close-out of the completed facility. Annotation copyright Book
News, Inc....
7. Construction
Operations Manual of Policies and Procedures
by Andrew M., Jr. Civitello
From Book News, Inc. , November 1, 1994
An updated and expanded manual (1st ed., 1983)
covering all phases of construction and operations management, including company
organization and quality assurance, company and project administration,
contracts and construction contracts, project engineering, site superintendence,
safety and loss...
8. Builder's Guide to
Accounting
by Michael C. Thomsett
The author, Michael Thomsett thomsett@premier1.net
, April 6, 1998
Updated new edition
This book has been fully updated for the latest
information about designing and taking control of your construction accounting
system. It describes in detail all of the facets you need to know about --
whether you keep your books yourself or you need to know how to talk to your
accountant.
9. Building and Managing
the Corporate Intranet
by Ronald L. Wagner, et al
Book Description
Using World Wide Web technology, Intranets give
employees access to internal company data such as personnel and client records
and policy information. This book paves the way for network administrators and
MIS and DP professionals to create and manage versatile Intranets with a minimum
of effort and...
10. Construction
Scheduling With Primavera Project Planner
by David A. Marchman
Book Description
A one-of-a-kind reference on the industry's
premier scheduling tool! This practical, hands-on book weaves the use of
Primavera Project Planner software through traditional scheduling topics:
schedule development, activity definition, relationships, calculations, and more.
With this step-by-step...
11. Facilities Planning
and Relocation : A Complete Management System Including : Comprehensive Text,
Sample Specifications, over 50 Forms...Reproducible
by David D. Owen
Mrs Jean Hewitt , November 7, 1999
Excellent and practical guide. Invaluable
reference work.
A friend purchased this book for me one Christmas.
As a facilities consultant with several projects a year relocating commercial
organisations, it's probably the most useful book I've had the pleasure to use -
the forms are comprehensive and can be adapted for specific requirements. A
worthwhile buy...
12. Time-Saver Details
for Store Planning and Design
by Charles E. Broudy(Contributor), et al
From Book News, Inc. , June 1, 1995
Shows generic floor plans and store layouts for 20
major store types; presents precise graphic details such as standard
dimensioning and specifications; and gives guidelines for quick, accurate
planning. Coverage
includes all types of retail stores, with
essential information for standard shelving,...
13. Designing and
Evaluating Games and Simulations : A Process Approach
by Margaret Gredler
From Book News, Inc. , August 1, 1994
Provides a practical model to help trainers and
teachers design games and simulations, based on an analysis of the role of
academic games in the classroom and the different processes that propel
different simulators. Covers games for the educational setting, including
computer and non-computers...
14. Project Scheduling
and Management for Construction
by David R. Pierce
Book News, Inc.
Unlike texts that simply describe the activities
and calculations used in the Critical Path method of scheduling, this book shows
the project manager how to think through each detail while being mindful of
efficiency and cost. A straightforward sample project is introduced in chapter
two and carried...
15. Construction
Management, 2nd Edition
by Daniel W. Halpin, Ronald W. Woodhead
Book Description
This book introduces readers to the complex
business of developing and constructing a major facility or structure. It
features two new chapters on construction operations and quality managementboth
hot topics. It also addresses using computers to design and model. Read more
16. Professional
Construction Management: Including Contracting C M, Design-Construct, and
General Contracting
by Donald S. Barrie, Boyd C. Paulson (Contributor)
Book Description
The subjects covered in this book include those
normally studied in an introductory overview course on construction management,
and there is enough depth and added material to serve as the basis for a more
advanced course focusing on organizational and contractual approaches to project
management...
17. Tests That Work:
Designing and Delivering Fair and Practical Measurement Tools in the Workplace
by Odin Westgaard
Book Description
The only resource available dedicated to people in
business and industry that wish to write and use tests for assessing of skills
and knowledge of the workforce.
Brief Description: Tests and assessments are one
of the most valuable business tools for assessing skills, knowledge, and
abilities of the...
18. Web Commerce Cookbook
by Gordon McComb
Book Description
This hands-on book offers step-by-step recipes for
creating a profitable and secure Web site. It provides all the tools a developer
needs to sell wares and content through the Internet. With this nuts-and-bolts
book, Webmasters and programmers can use the customizable programming code, HTML
pages,...
19. Facilities Planning
by James A. Tompkins(Editor), et al
From Book News, Inc. , June 1, 1996
A revised edition text presenting facilities
planning from an analytical model. Written for engineering and architectural
students, it outlines requirement definitions, alternative techniques in
material handling, computer-aided layout, quantitative facilities planning
models, and selection,...
20 Stadia : A Design and
Development Guide
by Geraint John, Rod Sheard (Contributor)
The Ace , August 23, 1998
Possibly the best architectural look at stadiums
available!
Definitely one of my favorite books on the shelf.
STADIA provides a unique, not seen before look at the architectural structures
of todays sports stadiums. Fun to read over and back and around again. Gives
ideas that provide a basis for drawings and blueprints.
21. Iso 9000 in
Construction
by Paul A. Nee
From Book News, Inc. , August 1, 1996
An ISO 9000 compliance handbook directed
specifically toward the construction industry and companies seeking
international building contracts. Nee (quality manager, DORMA Door Controls, Inc.)
introduces ISO 9000 concepts and standards, showing how they can be implemented
by using quality manuals,...
22. How To Get Paid for
Construction Changes : Preparation and Resolution Tools and Techniques
by Steven S. Pinnell
Book Description
A definitive work on the practical aspects of
claim preparation and resolution. It will include a thorough overview and
explanation of construction law and contracts for both the novice and
experienced construction manager. Current methods and techniques will be
included along with helpful...
23. The Evolution of a
Manufacturing Systems at Toyota
by Takahiro Fujimoto
24. Construction Law
by Brian M. Samuels
The publisher, Prentice-Hall Career &
Technology
Samuels provides construction students and
professionals with a practical, usable guide to the basic principles surrounding
construction law. His purpose is two-fold--first, to educate readers as to the
concepts and rules which comprise construction law, and second, to provide
practical advice which...
25. 2000 Construction
Accounting Deskbook : Financial, Tax, Accounting, Management, and Legal Answers
by Hugh L. Rice, John Callan
Card catalog description
"Your Construction Accounting Deskbook is
built to address accounting, taxation, financial administration, management, and
legal issues specific to the construction industry. You'll get thorough
explanation of fundamental terms and in-depth, step-by-step guidance for complex
subjects, including...
