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How Lean construction can help you overcome costly labor shortages
The construction industry is facing a major labor shortage, with fewer workers available to meet growing project demands. In 2022 alone, US...
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Why are sticky notes still so common in construction planning?
Alan Boykiw: Nov 28, 2024 6:00:00 AM
When I walk into a construction jobsite trailer or a planning Big Room, I see laptops, tablets, smartphones, large wall displays and … STICKY NOTES!...
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How to improve Time-to-Value (TTV) in construction tech adoption
Alan Boykiw: Oct 31, 2024 6:00:00 AM
Digital construction planning teams today expect their software applications to be intuitive, efficient and valuable from day one. In my role as a...
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From tree forts to teamwork: Five essential collaboration skills
In the days before smartphones, location trackers and helicopter parenting, children experienced a freedom that allowed them to explore and create...
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How adopting a Lean corporate culture inspires creativity
Alan Boykiw: Jul 25, 2024 6:00:00 AM
Minimizing waste and increasing value are two of the main tenets of lean construction practice. Reducing waste is more easily accomplished, as it can...
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How Percent Plan Complete data enhances Lean construction practices
In construction, things move fast. That’s why it’s so important to create pathways for project excellence. Lean construction practices support teams...
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3 types of sustainability supported by Lean practices
Alan Boykiw: May 30, 2024 6:00:00 AM
When one thinks about sustainability in construction, it’s almost always the physical aspect of the building that comes to mind. Terms such as LEED,...
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3 reasons why Big Rooms work for the planning phase of your projects
If you’re new to the world of lean construction and pull planning, you might be wondering what the term Big Room means. It’s as simple as it sounds....