When does PreCon Begin?
LOOKING BACKThe term “Preconstruction” (“PreCon” for short) is vague and its meaning and content has been evolving over the decades.
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Lean Design
TVD 3 Best Practices
TVD is gaining ground fast with owners, often emerging as a contractual requirement—and for good reason. Why wouldn’t a client
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Sharif Khalje: Adding Precast Into the Skyline Mix
Precast highrise facades are regaining ground for several reasons: low cost per square foot, compliance with new energy codes (maximum
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RFP Proposal and Contract Language for using Last Planner® in Design
This blog post discusses the use of Last Planner® in Design, and the language used here can be easily incorporated
Read moreBusiness Case for Lean in Design
“How do design professionals improve client outcomes and maximize design excellence? Designers indicated these two factors were most valuable to
Read moreComparison of Last Planner® in Construction vs Design
We’re often asked “What are the basic differences between Last Planner(R) in Construction vs in Design?” The process itself is
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Target Value Delivery Questions to ask your Team
Target value delivery can represent a large culture change for a project team in how they deliver value and the
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How to Make Reliable Commitments
Your work flow as a team requires that each team member make reliable commitments to each other, day by day.
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The Last Planner System® Standard Reasons for Variance In Design.
A key component of using the Last Planner System involves the team holding themselves accountable for missed commitments. When there
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HOW TO USE KANBAN
What is Kanban? It is a visual representation of work to be done, allowing work to be completed as it
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