Abstract:This study embarks on a critical examination of Supply Chain Management (SCM) within the realm of prefabricated housing and building (PHB), acknowledging its pivotal role in the overall construction industry. Employing qualitative review methods, it strives to unravel the intricate relationship between SCM practices and the success of prefabricated construction projects. The focus is on advocating for a systematic approach to comprehend SCM adoption comprehensively. At its core, this research endeavours to meticulously analyse how SCM practices directly impact the outcomes of prefab construction projects. A case study sourced from the Australian prefabricated building construction sector acts as a practical demonstration, showcasing the real-world applicability of the proposed model. Moreover, the article supplements this by offering an illustrative case study, reinforcing the efficacy of the model in practice. The findings underscore SCM's critical significance in enhancing project performance, especially within inter-supply chain (SC) and intra-SC scenarios. It sheds light on how SCM practices intricately influence both time and cost aspects within pre-fabricated building projects, emphasizing their indispensable role in project success. Additionally, the study casts a spotlight on the evolving landscape of risk and resilience within the construction supply chain. It underscores the industry's growing challenges in effectively managing uncertainty, highlighting the need for robust strategies to navigate these complexities. A distinctive feature of this research lies in its methodological approach, leveraging the combined strengths of the Delphi technique and thematic analysis. This framework offers a robust and holistic understanding of the challenges pervading the prefabricated construction industry's SCM landscape. Ultimately, the research aims not only to identify but also to analyze the key hurdles encountered in SCM within pre-construction projects. It seeks to offer actionable recommendations geared towards overcoming these challenges, presenting a valuable contribution to enhancing SCM practices within the prefabricated construction sector.

Keywords: Construction, Supply Chain Management, Project Success, Stakeholders, Materials, Logistics, Practices

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1. M. Intelligence, “Prefabricated building market in india size & share analysis - growth trends & forecasts (2023 - 2028),” Mordor Intelligence, Delhi, 2021.
2. K. Kumar and D. Nayal, “Critical Review of use of Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panels in Housing in India,” International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT); ISSN: 2278-0181, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 763-766, 2020.
3. D. C. Formis, D. K. London, W. J. Brien and Vrijhoef, Construction Supply Chain Management Handbook, New York: CRC Press, Taylor and Ffrancis Group, 2009.
4. K. Kumar, D. C. Basu, A. Rastogi and V. K. Paul, “Retrofitting the existing requirements for an institutional building Framework for Enhancing the Functionality,” IJSDR, vol. 5, no. 3, pp. 362-368, 2020.
5. K. Kumar, C. Basu and V. K. Paul, “Utilization of Floats in Project Schedule Recovery- A Pilot Schedule Demonstration,” INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CREATIVE RESEARCH THOUGHTS, pp. 3496 - 3502, 2020.
6. Z. Wang, H. Hu, J. Gong, X. Ma and W. Xiong, “Precast supply chain management in offsite construction: a critical literature review,” Journal of Cleaner Production, pp. 1204-1217., 2019.
7. Jardim-Goncalve, S.Pimentao, J.P., Steiger-Garcao, G. and TadeuG, “Integration of planning and control activities for building and construction: experiencing standards,” Proceedings, pp. 2180-2188, 1999.
8. S. Das, A. Rastogi and K. Kumar, “Applicability of Risk Assessment Tools and Techniques for a Construction Project,” Journal of Research in Infrastructure Designing, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 1-18, 2021.
9. V. Saif, A. Rastogi and V. Paul, “Debt Restructuring of Distressed Indian Construction Projects,” International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, vol. 8, no. 6, pp. 2802-2810, 2020.
10. G. Maas and B. Eekelen, “The bollard - the lessons learned from an unusual example of off site construction,” Automation in Construction, pp. 37-51, 2004.
11. D. P. Orenstein, D. D. Ladik and S. Rainford, “Emerging Trends in Supply Chain Management,” International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology, 2014.
12. V. K. Paul, S. K. Solanki, A. Rastogi and P. S. Yadav, Establishing a Performance Index for Construction Project Managers, 1 ed., Taylor & Francis, 2022.
13. S. Kivrak, A. Ross, G. Arslan and M. Tuncan, “IMPACTS OF CULTURAL DIFFERENCES ON PROJECT SUCCESS IN CONSTRUCTION,” Association of Researchers in Construction Management, pp. 53-61, 2009.
14. K. Kumar and V. K. Paul, “A Critical Review of Risk Factors and Reliability Assessment Issues of Fire and Life Safety in Buildings,” NICMAR JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, vol. XXXVII, no. III, pp. 23-33, 2022.
15. V. Agarwal, S. Shiralkar, S. Aaher and S. Jawade, “The Supply Chain Management Revolution,” International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT), pp. ISSN: 2278-0181, 2021.
16. V. K. Paul, C. Basu, A. Rastogi and K. Kumar, “Status of Fire Safety in Healthcare Facilities in India,” International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning; https://architecture.journalspub.info/index.php?journal=JAIP&page=index, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 1-11, 2022.

Abstract:This study embarks on a critical examination of Supply Chain Management (SCM) within the realm of prefabricated housing and building (PHB), acknowledging its pivotal role in the overall construction industry. Employing qualitative review methods, it strives to unravel the intricate relationship between SCM practices and the success of prefabricated construction projects. The focus is on advocating for a systematic approach to comprehend SCM adoption comprehensively. At its core, this research endeavours to meticulously analyse how SCM practices directly impact the outcomes of prefab construction projects. A case study sourced from the Australian prefabricated building construction sector acts as a practical demonstration, showcasing the real-world applicability of the proposed model. Moreover, the article supplements this by offering an illustrative case study, reinforcing the efficacy of the model in practice. The findings underscore SCM's critical significance in enhancing project performance, especially within inter-supply chain (SC) and intra-SC scenarios. It sheds light on how SCM practices intricately influence both time and cost aspects within pre-fabricated building projects, emphasizing their indispensable role in project success. Additionally, the study casts a spotlight on the evolving landscape of risk and resilience within the construction supply chain. It underscores the industry's growing challenges in effectively managing uncertainty, highlighting the need for robust strategies to navigate these complexities. A distinctive feature of this research lies in its methodological approach, leveraging the combined strengths of the Delphi technique and thematic analysis. This framework offers a robust and holistic understanding of the challenges pervading the prefabricated construction industry's SCM landscape. Ultimately, the research aims not only to identify but also to analyze the key hurdles encountered in SCM within pre-construction projects. It seeks to offer actionable recommendations geared towards overcoming these challenges, presenting a valuable contribution to enhancing SCM practices within the prefabricated construction sector.

Keywords: Construction, Supply Chain Management, Project Success, Stakeholders, Materials, Logistics, Practices

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1. M. Intelligence, “Prefabricated building market in india size & share analysis - growth trends & forecasts (2023 - 2028),” Mordor Intelligence, Delhi, 2021.
2. K. Kumar and D. Nayal, “Critical Review of use of Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panels in Housing in India,” International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT); ISSN: 2278-0181, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 763-766, 2020.
3. D. C. Formis, D. K. London, W. J. Brien and Vrijhoef, Construction Supply Chain Management Handbook, New York: CRC Press, Taylor and Ffrancis Group, 2009.
4. K. Kumar, D. C. Basu, A. Rastogi and V. K. Paul, “Retrofitting the existing requirements for an institutional building Framework for Enhancing the Functionality,” IJSDR, vol. 5, no. 3, pp. 362-368, 2020.
5. K. Kumar, C. Basu and V. K. Paul, “Utilization of Floats in Project Schedule Recovery- A Pilot Schedule Demonstration,” INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CREATIVE RESEARCH THOUGHTS, pp. 3496 - 3502, 2020.
6. Z. Wang, H. Hu, J. Gong, X. Ma and W. Xiong, “Precast supply chain management in offsite construction: a critical literature review,” Journal of Cleaner Production, pp. 1204-1217., 2019.
7. Jardim-Goncalve, S.Pimentao, J.P., Steiger-Garcao, G. and TadeuG, “Integration of planning and control activities for building and construction: experiencing standards,” Proceedings, pp. 2180-2188, 1999.
8. S. Das, A. Rastogi and K. Kumar, “Applicability of Risk Assessment Tools and Techniques for a Construction Project,” Journal of Research in Infrastructure Designing, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 1-18, 2021.
9. V. Saif, A. Rastogi and V. Paul, “Debt Restructuring of Distressed Indian Construction Projects,” International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, vol. 8, no. 6, pp. 2802-2810, 2020.
10. G. Maas and B. Eekelen, “The bollard - the lessons learned from an unusual example of off site construction,” Automation in Construction, pp. 37-51, 2004.
11. D. P. Orenstein, D. D. Ladik and S. Rainford, “Emerging Trends in Supply Chain Management,” International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology, 2014.
12. V. K. Paul, S. K. Solanki, A. Rastogi and P. S. Yadav, Establishing a Performance Index for Construction Project Managers, 1 ed., Taylor & Francis, 2022.
13. S. Kivrak, A. Ross, G. Arslan and M. Tuncan, “IMPACTS OF CULTURAL DIFFERENCES ON PROJECT SUCCESS IN CONSTRUCTION,” Association of Researchers in Construction Management, pp. 53-61, 2009.
14. K. Kumar and V. K. Paul, “A Critical Review of Risk Factors and Reliability Assessment Issues of Fire and Life Safety in Buildings,” NICMAR JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, vol. XXXVII, no. III, pp. 23-33, 2022.
15. V. Agarwal, S. Shiralkar, S. Aaher and S. Jawade, “The Supply Chain Management Revolution,” International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT), pp. ISSN: 2278-0181, 2021.
16. V. K. Paul, C. Basu, A. Rastogi and K. Kumar, “Status of Fire Safety in Healthcare Facilities in India,” International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning; https://architecture.journalspub.info/index.php?journal=JAIP&page=index, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 1-11, 2022.