Scouting for Land: As Demand for Housing Grows, Lot Shortages Abound
It was forecast even at the height of the housing crisis when some builders were struggling to hold on to developed lots and even raw land. They did not feel…
How Efficiently Managing BOM Leads to Cycle Time Reduction
Time. Is. Money. It's been said so often that's it's almost impossible to hear anymore without simply nodding automatically and going on to think about other concerns or address other problems.…
8 Ways SKU Rationalization Benefits Builders (Lessons from the Retail World)
There were lessons learned during the "Great Recession." Although that seven or eight-year stretch was not a good time for builders -- or for anyone associated with the building industry -- those…
Value Engineering to Maximize ROI for the Production Home Builder
Value engineering: Are you familiar with the term? If not, perhaps a quick study of the concept can help you revamp the way you look at certain aspects of…
Energy Efficient Lighting and Conservation — Green Has Come Home
Having a sustainable home is no longer a dream. In fact, it would be nearly impossible today to find a new home without energy-saving appliances, efficient mechanical systems, water-saving plumbing fixtures and…