Investigating the Mainstreaming of Building Manufacture in Australia

This report presents an investigation into the feasibility of the mainstreaming of building manufacture in Australia. The report highlights the associated strengths and opportunities, and provides guidance on how to overcome the weaknesses and respond to the threats. The report outlines the potential to transition the automobile industry in Australia to enhance the skill set available in the buildings industry to deliver manufactured buildings. The report provides new evidence from Australian cases of manufactured buildings. The report calls for a greater focus on key barriers such as customer perception, barriers to finance, and verification of enhanced performance compared to traditional methods of construction.