Forbes (engineering, Florida International University) and Ahmed (construction management, East Carolina University) present this collection of techniques and best practices for lean construction management: the process of applying the types of streamlined and efficient management procedures integral to the manufacturing and computer software industries to large scale building construction projects. Intended for professionals and advanced construction management students, topics discussed include productivity and performance measurement, lean construction principles, process management, lean project delivery methods, information modeling, quality control, worker relations and whole project systems integration. Chapters include numerous illustrations and formulas as well as practical how-to instructions and real-world case studies. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)