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Roadmap for Lean Implementation at the Project Level

Publication No
RR234-11
Type
Guidelines/Suggestions
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2007
Pages
411
Research Team
RT-234
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Abstract
CII Research Team 234 was launched to understand secrets of success in applying lean at the project level and to translate this understanding into an implementation road map. What is “Lean”? Lean is a fundamental business philosophy—
Key Findings

Stability – In projects, stability (the opposite of variability and unevenness) can be provided by making load predictable so that capacity can better be matched to it. This stability is achieved by making work flow predictable in projects.

Handoffs – It is necessary to specify the handoffs between specialists in project production systems. In a manufacturing facility, this can be done through layout of workstations and routing of materials, but such structures and routes change frequently in construction, so rapid redesign of the production system is a vital capability. Some theorists and practitioners believe that these redesigns are done best through collaborative team planning using a technique called reverse phase scheduling. (RR234-11, p. 13)

RR234-11, Lean Implementation Roadmap

Provides general guidelines for starting your lean journey, that includes: (RR234-11, p. 136)

  • Starting your lean journey – Lean is a journey, not a destination. A lean enterprise is in pursuit of the lean ideal.
  • Guidelines for organizational change
  • Implementing lean on projects
  • Lean implementation by project phases
  • Lean implementation issues by project role
The ability of individuals and organizations to follow an implementation roadmap will vary with position and circumstance, but to the extent possible, these guidelines should be followed to implement lean on projects.
Filters & Tags
Knowledge Area
Business and Project Processes, Construction Execution, Design Planning & Optimization
Project Phase
Feasibility, Concept, Detailed Scope, Detailed Design (Engineering), Procurement, Construction, Commissioning & Startup, Handover & Closeout
Project Function
Project Business Sponsor, Project Management, Project Controls, Procurement & Contracts, Construction, Commissioning & Startup, Operations & Maintenance, Health, Safety & Environmental, Risk Management, Quality Management, SBU/Corporate Functions
Industry Group
Light Industrial, Heavy Industrial, Buildings, Infrastructure
Research Topic
Implementation Road Map of Lean Construction at Project Level
Keywords
Lean, Road Map, Planners, Lean Construction, Lean Enterprise, Lean Project Delivery, Implementation Road Map, Production Control, Just in Time, rt234

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