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What is
IMMPREST?
IMMPREST is a
cost and value comparison tool for offsite construction.
In the simplest
terms, it is a comprehensive check list of
considerations, set within an interactive spreadsheet
environment, enabling detailed costing evaluation and
analysis.
What are its
main features?
Can be used as a
decision support tool or a project evaluation tool.
Identifies the
factors that need to be considered in a benefit
assessment, the data required to assess the effect of
these factors, and where the required data resides
within the supply chain.
Enables the
management of risk and constraints, highlighting factors
that affect the ability to achieve aims.
Encourages
consideration of life factors, sustainability and people
issues.
What is
happening with IMMPREST at the moment?
The developments
to the IMMPREST Toolkit over the last year or so have culminated in
the release of IMMPREST 2007. The Toolkit has seen
many enhancements, primarily improvements to the cost
and time worksheets, broadening their use
for estimating and feasibility studies . Enquiries
are welcomed from existing IMMPREST users regarding
obtaining a copy of the new Toolkit.
IMMPREST has
been used in the production of a number of case
studies, the first two of which, on pipe modules in an
office building and a hospital extension, have
been published by Buildoffsite. The third, on a modular
corridor product for airports, should be available shortly.
For further details please go to the
Case Studies section, or contact
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What’s next?
The development
of a multi-project interface is underway, the aim being
that data
collected over a number of projects will be analysed
collectively, and
used more effectively in planning new projects. |
