Reduction in project length, lower costs and greater profitability: why you should be using Lean Construction and the Last Planner
The Lean methodology is making a mark in the construction industry around the world. Providing a philosophy and approach which addresses behaviour and uses tools to help teams work more effectively together and improve their work processes.
Improving construction industry productivity using Lean thinking offers a new approach for Australian construction firms which want to improve their performance. Traditionally, examining productivity in the industry has looked only at: apprentices, wages, research and development, unionisation, and safety regulation.
The number of organisations embracing Lean in Construction in Europe and the United Sates is higher than in Australia. However as clear evidence of performance improvement continues to be seen, the use Lean in Construction is on the rise here.
Performance Drivers has worked with clients in the industry building their internal capabilities and implementing a variety of tools and methods, including; Last Planner, 5S, and vendor management.
These construction clients have achieved:
