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Abd El Halim, A E H O and Haas, R (2004) Process and Case Illustration of Construction Innovation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 570–5.

Chau, K W, Anson, M and Zhang, J P (2004) Four-Dimensional Visualization of Construction Scheduling and Site Utilization. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 598–606.

Chew, M Y L and De Silva, N (2004) Factorial Method for Performance Assessment of Building Facades. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 525–33.

Chua, D K H and Goh, Y M (2004) Incident Causation Model for Improving Feedback of Safety Knowledge. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 542–51.

Elbeltagi, E, Hegazy, T and Eldosouky, A (2004) Dynamic Layout of Construction Temporary Facilities Considering Safety. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 534–41.

Goodrum, P M (2004) Hispanic and Non-Hispanic Wage Differentials: Implications for United States Construction Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 552–9.

Lee, S, Thomas, S R and Tucker, R L (2004) Effective Practice Utilization Using Performance Prediction Software. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 576–85.

Liu, J and Rahbar, F (2004) Project Time-Cost Trade-Off Optimization by Maximal Flow Theory. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 607–9.

Pheng, L S and Hui, M S (2004) Implementing and Applying Six Sigma in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 482–9.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction industry; Quality control; Productivity; Construction management; construction industry; quality control; productivity; project management;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2004)130:4(482)
  • Abstract:
    Although Six Sigma has been implemented in the manufacturing and other services industries, it is still a relatively new concept in the building industry. This paper described the Six Sigma concept as a quality initiative that may be applied in the building industry. The principles, methodology, and metrics of Six Sigma are first discussed. The implementation phases as well as the training programs required are explained. A case study of how Six Sigma was pioneered in an organization in the building industry is presented. The findings suggest that management initiative and support, relevant training, appropriate selection of pilot projects, and commitment by team members are crucial for the successful implementation of Six Sigma in the organization. The application of Six Sigma for improving the quality of internal finishes during construction is also explained. Improvement measures taken by a contractor helped to raise the sigma from 2.66&sgr; to 3.95&sgr; for quality of internal finishes.

Schexnayder, C J, Weber, S L and David, S A (2004) Transportation Agency Use of Owner-Controlled Insurance Programs. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 517–24.

Shen, L Y, Tam, V W Y, Tam, C M and Drew, D (2004) Mapping Approach for Examining Waste Management on Construction Sites. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 472–81.

Shr, J, Ran, B and Sung, C W (2004) . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 509–16.

Sillars, D N and Kangari, R (2004) Predicting Organizational Success within a Project-Based Joint Venture Alliance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 500–8.

Thomas, S R, Lee, S, Spencer, J D, Tucker, R L and Chapman, R E (2004) Impacts of Design/Information Technology on Project Outcomes. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 586–97.

Zayed, T M and Halpin, D W (2004) Process versus Data Oriented Techniques in Pile Construction Productivity Assessment. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 490–9.

Zayed, T M and Minkarah, I (2004) Resource Allocation for Concrete Batch Plant Operation: Case Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(04), 560–9.