Andreas Nøklebye, Lean Construction 

Eric Thomas, Lean Construction Institute

Different things may come to mind when the topic of construction waste comes up.

Some might think first about production challenges or rework, or unplanned changes in project scope. For others, it's all about wasted time, talent, transportation, or effort on the jobsite.

Matthew Campbell, Construction Business Owner

In its early stages, the coronavirus pandemic forced dozens of major cities and even entire states to put a hold on construction to reduce the spread of COVID-19. While the moratorium has lifted, supply chain logjams in the construction market continue to drive up the cost of materials.

Jessica Kane, Construct Connect

Kendall Jones, Construct Connect

The implementation of lean construction has been gaining traction over the last several years as more and more firms realize the benefits of applying lean thinking to construction. The concept is simple enough, maximize value for the client while at the same time minimizing waste. Proper execution of the lean construction philosophy, on the other hand, can be difficult to implement.

By Kelcey Henderson, ENR

The software industry at the turn of the century needed a new direction. After years of preparing for Y2K, and then the dot-com crash, it was time for change. Industry leaders came together and created their call to action, the Agile Software Manifesto. This helped to ring in the most creative and productive era of software, which has transformed the world.

AGC

Click to read Lean Construction for Trades Toolbox Talk Series. The Trades Toolbox Talk Series Goals are:
Recognize opportunities to review and improve current processes, Describe how to empower each other to identify and eliminate waste, work, safely, and reduce overproduction and Adopt a Lean culture.

By Sam Spata, Lean Construction Blog

Written by Ciuni & Panichi, Inc. 

The focus of lean construction is simple: Understand the real value your business delivers to its customers and remove any waste that prevents that value from being delivered. Sounds sensible, but adapting to the changes may not be simple.

Reporter, Laurie Cowin Construction Dive.