LEAN Construction for Dummies

A LEAN construction solution integrates People, Process, Information, and Technology throughout planning, procurement, and project delivery, to consistently enable best value outcomes for all participants and stakeholders in terms of quality, time, and cost.

The vast majority of organizations fail to adopt LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery for facilities management and associated repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new build requirements despite the fact that is the only proven method to drive significant reductions in economic and environmental waste.

LEAN construction isn’t simply about eliminating waste, but rather enabling teams to contribute to the process and drive continuous improvement.

The following are not LEAN construction solutions – last planner, JIT, value stream mapping,  PDCA, six sigma, jidoka, takt time, poka-yoke, heijunka, 5s, kaizen.  They are philosophies, techniques, and can be components of a broader solution.  A LEAN construction solution integrates People, Process, Information, and Technology throughout planning, procurement, and project delivery, to consistent enable best value outcomes for all participants and stakeholders in terms of quality, time, and cost.

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An integrated LEAN facilities management approach improves overall efficiency and productivity through open and ongoing communication, regular performance and progress updates and active problem-solving to mitigate issues when they arise. It’s the framework for strengthening your internal and external teams.