"Building material management is the process of sourcing appropriate materials at a reasonable cost and ensuring their availability at the right place and time - to meet project requirements and deadlines. It is a vital function for construction projects of every scope. A good inventory control and sound methods of condemnation and disposal will improve the efficiency of the organization and also make the working atmosphere healthy in any type of organization, whether private, government, small or big organization, and household. Everyone should know the basics of material management so that he/she can get the best of available resources and adopt the principles of material management in all the daily activities. This valuable book presents a comprehensive treatment of the entire construction materials management process, examining the many cost tradeoffs between materials functions. This book is intended for undergraduate and graduate students and engineers in these disciplines. " -- Provided by Publisher.