The economic cost of quality defects

Estimates the costs of quality defects in NZ, and the benefits of eliminating them.
Lead organisation
NZIER
Focus area
Affordability
Start date
Status
Complete
Last updated 23 Apr 2026
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About this programme

Estimates the costs of quality defects in NZ, and the benefits of eliminating them. The research will consider the direct costs to the construction industry and the indirect effects on productivity and the housing supply, as well as wider social costs