Makoto Tsunoda

THE DISTRIBUTION OF BUILDING COMPONENTS IN THE RENOVATION MARKET

This paper aims to discuss the distribution of building materials by home improvement centers. Based on the analysis of Commercial Statistics and the questionnaire survey for them, the following three points are clarified: Firstly, the market of them is growing up and dispersing stores more. Secondly, their stores are categorized to two types. One is used by general consumers and the other is by small constructors. And finally, many of the latter are flagship stores built in suburbs. They have more skilled stuffs and supply general consumers better services for renovating their houses and small constructors better building materials.

A STUDY ON THE FACILITY MANAGEMENT METHOD FROM THE ADMINISTRATION COST AND AVAILABILITY OF THE PUBLIC FACILITIES

In order to utilize the existing facilities continuously, it is necessary to be strongly aware of the concept on cost performance which is a balance between the demand for facility usage and facility maintenance cost. Therefore, this paper pays close attention to the usage rate and facilities/rental rooms maintenance cost. By using the PPM analysis method and plotting the solutions of facility utilization level and administration features on 4 quadrant matrix, the portfolio of entire survey target is grasped and an attempt to propose a strategic decision making plan is made accordingly. As a result, the quantification of actual condition of administration in public facilities became possible.