@inproceedings{Moser2003_267, author = {Moser, Luciano and Santos, Aguinaldo dos}, title = {Applying Visual Management on Mobile Cell Manufacturing: A Case Study on Drywall Technology}, booktitle = {11th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction}, year = {2003}, address = {Virginia, USA}, url = {https://www.iglc.net/papers/details/267}, abstract = {This paper stresses the impact of using visual controls in a mobile cell implementation in the construction industry, expanding the analysis carried out by Santos, Moser & Tookey (2002) within the same research project. The investigation was carried out using a case study research method and focused on the drywall technology. The whole research was carried out in two phases. Initial phase: a diagnosis on drywall practices in three companies. The observations showed various problems such as improvisation with tools, poor workflow planning and the absence of adequate drywall design plans. Second phase: implementation of a mobile cell. The study showed that developing adequate visual controls on the workstations, packages, and the materials themselves is a key factor to enable a successful implementation of mobile cells in construction. However, the frequent movement of workstations throughout the construction site demands visual controls with higher mobility than current on-the-shelf visual controls, which is in itself an opportunity for further innovation in construction.}, keywords = {Visual Control, mobile cell, cellular manufacturing}, }