How is material management handled in construction?

Material management process: (1) Material identification - bill of materials from drawings, (2) Procurement - ordering, expediting long-lead items, (3) Expediting - tracking fabrication and delivery, (4) Receiving - verification against orders, inspection for damage, (5) Storage - proper protection, organized laydown, inventory control, (6) Distribution - delivery to work areas when needed (just-in-time reduces storage), (7) Waste management - minimize and recycle. Effective material management prevents delays from missing materials, reduces waste and theft, and minimizes double-handling costs.