Industry Spotlight: Focus on Modular Construction

August 22, 2024

OECM Industry Spotlight | Focus on Modular Construction
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Welcome back to the sixth installment of OECM’s Industry Spotlight news resource, which features industry insights and market trends gathered and analyzed by OECM’s Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) team.

Modular construction presents a compelling solution for the public sector, addressing critical needs for efficiency, sustainability, and quality while effectively managing costs. In addition to significantly speeding up project timelines, modular construction is also more sustainable, reducing waste and carbon footprint and enhancing labour efficiency by centralizing work in a controlled environment. It also offers better cost management and high-quality results, making it an ideal choice for schools, colleges, universities, and municipalities, as well as healthcare, long-term care and recreational facilities.

With input from OECM’s trusted supplier partners on the Modular Buildings and Portable Classrooms agreement, including AMB Modular, BECC Modular, Fero International Inc., and NRB Inc., this issue of the Industry Spotlight explores the highs and lows of Modular Construction—its benefits, value, risks, and capabilities—as well as tips for maximizing opportunities and mitigating challenges at all stages of the modular building process.

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Unpacking the Future: The Rise of Modular Construction

modular classroom building
Relocatable modular building. Photo courtesy of AMB Modular.
Building Blocks: What, Who, and Why of Modular Construction

Learn what modular construction entails, who can benefit from it, and the reasons driving its necessity. Uncover incentives, including available government funding, that make it an appealing choice for Ontario’s housing and school construction projects. READ MORE



construction worker feeding a conduit through a modular construction facility
On-site assembly. Photo courtesy of BECC Modular.
Green, Lean, and Fast: The Multifaceted Benefits

Explore how modular construction promotes sustainability, cost savings, time efficiency, and long-lasting durability, making it a valuable solution for diverse needs. READ MORE



4-story housing building
Four-storey housing. Photo courtesy of FERO International Inc.
Tailored to Perfection: Customization and Innovation

Discover the limitless possibilities of modular construction with its customizable and versatile designs, pushing the boundaries of architectural innovation. READ MORE



Modular Supportive Housing. Photo courtesy of NRB Modular.
Navigating the Modular Maze: Overcoming Hurdles

Identify potential challenges such as supply chain disruptions, regulatory hurdles, and post-construction issues, and explore strategies for turning these into opportunities. READ MORE

Join the Modular Movement: Take Action Today

Modular construction has emerged as a transformative solution offering speed, sustainability, and flexibility across diverse sectors, including education, healthcare, and municipalities. Overcoming challenges through strategic supply chain management, enhanced customer awareness, proactive regulatory engagement, and robust post-construction support is crucial.

As industries evolve, embracing modular innovations not only accelerates project timelines but also ensures cost-effectiveness and environmental stewardship. With continuous advancements and growing acceptance, modular construction stands poised to redefine the future of building, promising efficient, durable, and adaptable infrastructure solutions for communities across Ontario and beyond.

How Can OECM and its Supplier Partners Help?

OECM and its trusted supplier partners on the Modular Buildings and Portable Classrooms agreement are here to assist you in reaching your modular construction goals. With deadlines for available government funding fast approaching, timing is critical! OECM customers are encouraged to contact the supplier partners on this agreement as soon as possible to discuss your specific product needs and requirements.

OECM continues to work to facilitate opportunities for collaboration, transparency, and the timely exchange of information between suppliers and customers so that we can help you better identify and tackle supply chain and industry challenges while supporting a value-based procurement approach. Whatever your needs, there is an OECM agreement and a supplier partner that can work for you.

If you have any questions about AI/AGI support and resources available through OECM agreements, please contact our dedicated Customer Support team at:

OECM Customer Support
1-844-OECM-900 (1-844-632-6900)

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