Supply Chain Challenges in the Construction of Resilient Manufactured Homes

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

1-1-2025

Abstract

The U.S. faces a critical shortage of over 1.5 million affordable homes over the next three years, including in disaster-prone areas. Increasing housing supply through manufactured homes, built to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD's) Manufactured Homes Construction and Safety Standards (MHCSS; i.e., HUD Code) in controlled factory settings, offers a viable solution. This study explores the integration of advanced resilient features, specifically FORTIFIED® standards, into these homes to meet residential needs in areas subject to extreme weather events. Here we present the development of evaluation procedures for analyzing supply chain needs in such manufacturing. We also investigate supply chain challenges by conducting semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders, including home builders, material suppliers, installers, regulatory bodies, and insurance representatives. Affinity diagrams are used to identify and analyze supply chain issues, including material sourcing, training gaps, and regulatory hurdles. A project advisory board (PAB) of industry experts and academic researchers provides guidance and validation, ensuring the study's practical relevance. This paper highlights the methodological framework for assessing supply chain challenges in manufacturing disaster-resilient homes.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Iise Annual Conference and Expo 2025 Conference Proceedings

First Page

161

Last Page

166

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