Abstract
This study explores the potential impact of implementing a sustainability-focused product configurator using a construction company case. Qualitative interviews were conducted with key stakeholders to gain insights into the benefits of such a configurator. The findings reveal that a sustainability-focused configurator has the potential to provide several advantages. Firstly, it can enable earlier sustainability assessments, allowing designers and engineers to make informed decisions during the initial phases of a project. Secondly, the configurator enhances customer communication by providing them with a clear understanding of the environmental impact of different product variants. This transparency empowers customers to make more sustainable choices and supports the overall goal of promoting environmentally friendly products. Additionally, the configurator can reduce process lead times, enabling faster life cycle assessments (LCA) and facilitating the sale of sustainable products with lower environmental impact. These results reinforce the impact identified in previous studies while deepening the understanding of the topic. While the findings suggest the significant potential of sustainability-focused configurators, further research is needed to expand upon these insights.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | 2023 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management |
| Publisher | IEEE |
| Publication date | 2023 |
| Pages | 0773-0777 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 979-8-3503-2315-3 |
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| Publication status | Published - 2023 |
Keywords
- Construction industry
- Environmental impact
- Life cycle assessment
- Product configurator
- Sustainability
