Pre-Fabricated Modular Construction: The Good, The Bad, And The Not So Obvious

By Dennis Powers, Senior Vice President of Product & Strategy

Prefabricated modular construction has gained momentum in many industries around the globe, but still it experiences resistance and concern from traditionalists within the biopharm industry. There have been many documented success stories which emphasize the benefits or the “Good” while the “Bad” is less publicized. This is typically based on myth or misperception, often due to a lack of full understanding of the different options available, and the true value a prefabricated approach can bring. There are also a fair number of “Not so Obvious” factors to consider when determining the best approach for constructing a new facility. Through this presentation, Dennis Powers provides insight into the known benefits and risks of these different approaches. Powers also reviews the different prefabricated modular construction options available, as well as the indirect benefits of prefabrication which reduce total cost of ownership.