This research presents the outcomes of Task 3.2 of the ReCreate project, which explores smart logistics for the reuse of precast concrete elements reclaimed from existing buildings not originally designed for disassembly. Effective logistics and traceability are crucial enablers of circular construction, supporting quality management and the reuse of reclaimed building components. The deliverable associated outlines the logistical workflows tested in four pilot projects in each country cluster (Finland, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Germany), spanning from deconstruction to storage, refurbishment, and reuse on new construction sites. The logistical arrangements depended on which actors perform certain tasks, and at which step in the reuse process.

A core component of this task was the application of data carriers, such as QR (QuickResponse) codes, Radio frequency identification (RFID) or Near Field communication (NFC, a subset of RFID), and any other technology and practical approach, to identify and track individual precast elements throughout the process. The deliverable reviews these technologies, their integration with Building Information Modelling (BIM), and the establishment of digital identification and linking between physical components and their digital counterparts in BIM and/or databases. Another relevant feature of this process is the gathering of relevant information from the quality assurance process and the refurbishment of the elements. Key logistics aspects are discussed, such as workflows for embedding QR/RFID data into BIM models, data flow using APIs and Common Data Environments (CDE), identification of elements according to precast concrete taxonomy.

The pilots provide insights into practical challenges, decisions around actor responsibilities, and how product data quality evolves over time. Lessons learned inform more efficient and scalable logistics models that support concrete reuse, with broader applicability to other materials and construction contexts. This deliverable contributes to the systemic integration of smart logistics in circular building practices.