New Generation Whole-Life Costing presents an innovative approach to decision-making and risk management for construction and real estate. It applies the options-based approach that has revolutionized the management of uncertainty in the business world. Based on government-sponsored research at Cambridge Architectural Research Ltd.; the book introduces the idea of lifecycle options.The desirability of whole-life costing is widely accepted; but take-up levels have been low. One problem is that traditional techniques fail to take account of future uncertainty. In contrast; the new options-based approach considers a diversity of possible futures; and favours flexible strategies that incorporate lifecycle options. This approach leads to more cost-effective and sustainable decisions; minimizing the risk of under- or over-investment.This book is structured around realistic case studies that demonstrate the prevalence of lifecycle options. These case studies are backed up by clear presentation of basic principles and mathematical techniques allowing the book to be read either as a stimulating introduction to new concepts; or as a guide to mathematical methods.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Well written and well researched book. Boser caught the Gardner bugBy Jamie LeightonCaught the Gardner bug. The book was published in 2008 and the mystery has still not been solved. I find it hard to believe that the FBI never interviewed a witness that saw the two robbers that night or didnt interview the witness on a timely basis. A good resource for someone still hunting and hoping for the reward. Fascinating story real!y. Id vote that David Turner was the culprit. I wish I could write the tell all story of his life!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I enjoyed this book as I am from Boston and have ...By Kindle CustomerI enjoyed this book as I am from Boston and have been going to that museum all of my life and know about all of the characters involved. It was very readable too; but somehow I was hoping for something more in the matter of "whodunnit".0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Interesting subject matter. Stolen artBy EssehayesAn amateur sleuth becomes emotionally involved with the Gardner art heist. Travels the world to learn about the world of art thieves but in the end; he really learns more about his self.Well done
