by Urban Land Institute

Many early entrants relied on asset-heavy models that required sustained scale to remain viable. When pipelines slowed or capital markets shifted, the economics unraveled. But throughout this period, architects, general contractors, and subcontractors were also adopting industrialized approaches. Those who persevered through the learning curve and began achieving real efficiencies have emerged as the next generation of industrialized construction practitioners. Many, such as Nibbi Brothers General Contractors and AO, now provide dedicated modular services.