Prefabricated Construction

There is renewed attention being paid to expedited building processes using prefabricated and modular components. The drive to manage moisture during construction, accelerate construction cycles, and minimize construction waste has sharpened interest in prefab. Alas, there is much unjustified “prefabulous” hype. What can building science tell us about the different prefab options? How are they different and how are they the same as traditional construction? What do you need to know to avoid problems and use prefab options successfully?