Brayden McBean

DOWNTIME - the 8 wastes of Lean construction

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DOWNTIME: Identify and eliminate 8 types of waste in Lean construction

Brayden McBean: Apr 16, 2026 1:00:00 AM

Lean construction is all about identifying and eliminating waste in processes. Learn the acronym DOWNTIME to remember the 8 types of waste in construction. See how visual planning methods can help you address or prevent each form of waste.

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The human side of Lean: Why people make the difference

Brayden McBean: Dec 11, 2025 1:00:01 AM

Lean construction is often associated with process optimization, improved efficiency and waste reduction. But as Lisa Gibson from Colliers Project...

Collaboration Lean Construction Respect for people
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Top 20 construction influencers you should follow on LinkedIn

Brayden McBean: Nov 13, 2025 4:30:00 AM

We've hand-picked 20 construction leaders to follow on LinkedIn for expert advice on innovation, Lean construction and project success. The...

Digital Transformation Top voices in construction
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How Lean construction can help you overcome costly labor shortages

Brayden McBean: Mar 31, 2025 6:00:00 AM

The construction industry is facing a major labor shortage, with fewer workers available to meet growing project demands. In 2022 alone, US...

Pull Planning Last Planner System Lean Construction
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