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Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction is the new and enhanced edition of the pioneering book Modern Construction by Lincoln H. Forbes and Syed M. Ahmed.

This book provides a multi-faceted approach for applying lean methodologies to improve design and construction processes. Recognizing the wide diversity in the landscape of projects, and encompassing private and public sector activity, buildings and infrastructure, the book expands upon the detailed coverage of integrated project delivery and new lean tools and techniques to include:

  • Greater emphasis on the importance of creating a lean culture and the initiatives required to transform the industry;

  • Expanded discussions of the foundational writings in lean construction theory;

  • Exploration of the synergies between lean and green initiatives;

  • Specific procedures for modifying planning and scheduling activiti

    Table of Contents

    1. Overview of the Construction Industry 2. Foundations of Lean Construction 3. Lean in Design 4A. Lean in the Construction Phase of the LPDS 4B. Location-Based Planning and Controlling Methods 5. Information and Communication Technology/ Building Information Modeling (BIM) 6. Performance Measurement 7. Lean Culture and training 8. Management and Worker Factors 9. The Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Method 10. Lean Construction Applications. 11. Quality Management in Construction and Six Sigma: A Complement to Lean Construction 12. Sustainable Construction: Environmental Sustainability and Commissioning 13. Safety Management 14. General Lean Tools 15. Learning from Projects and Enhancing: Lean Project Delivery and IPD 16. Advanced Last Planner® System (LPS) Metrics for Construction Planning and Control. Glossary of Lean Terms

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Published 1/28/2020 12:04:00 AM
      ISBN-13 9781138311244
      978-1138311244
      ISBN-10 1138311243
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction is the new and enhanced edition of the pioneering book Modern Construction by Lincoln H. Forbes and Syed M. Ahmed.

      This book provides a multi-faceted approach for applying lean methodologies to improve design and construction processes. Recognizing the wide diversity in the landscape of projects, and encompassing private and public sector activity, buildings and infrastructure, the book expands upon the detailed coverage of integrated project delivery and new lean tools and techniques to include:

      • Greater emphasis on the importance of creating a lean culture and the initiatives required to transform the industry;

      • Expanded discussions of the foundational writings in lean construction theory;

      • Exploration of the synergies between lean and green initiatives;

      • Specific procedures for modifying planning and scheduling activiti

        Table of Contents

        1. Overview of the Construction Industry 2. Foundations of Lean Construction 3. Lean in Design 4A. Lean in the Construction Phase of the LPDS 4B. Location-Based Planning and Controlling Methods 5. Information and Communication Technology/ Building Information Modeling (BIM) 6. Performance Measurement 7. Lean Culture and training 8. Management and Worker Factors 9. The Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Method 10. Lean Construction Applications. 11. Quality Management in Construction and Six Sigma: A Complement to Lean Construction 12. Sustainable Construction: Environmental Sustainability and Commissioning 13. Safety Management 14. General Lean Tools 15. Learning from Projects and Enhancing: Lean Project Delivery and IPD 16. Advanced Last Planner® System (LPS) Metrics for Construction Planning and Control. Glossary of Lean Terms

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