Lean Construction Really Works

Friday 16 June, 16.30 - 18.30

OA4/01, Oastler Building

What is Lean Construction?

Lean Construction is a new paradigm to manage construction. It focuses on reducing waste and delivering the project while maximising value for the client. Simple tools can be applied in your company to improve processes, efficiency and profits.

Lean Construction has the potential to save firms time and money through waste elimination and schedule compression. Lean enables your organisation to achieve your health & safety and sustainability targets.

Who is this event for?

Any company in the construction sector interested in reducing waste and improving production management within their projects.

What will the event cover?

• Overview of Lean Construction 
• Successful case studies of Lean implementation
• Opportunities to implement and truly embed Lean Construction in your company with the support of the University's specialists

Programme

Time	Activity
16.30 - 17.00	Refreshments
17.00 - 17.10	Welcome
17.10 - 17.30	Overview of Lean Construction How did Lean Construction emerge? Lean Construction: Principles, Tolls, Lean and BIM
17.30 - 17.50	Successful case studies within the construction sector Cases in USA and UK Cases around the world
17.50 - 18.10	Implementing Lean Construction in your company Presentation of the free course Nature of the pilot implementation Expression of interest by companies Expected outcomes
18.10 - 18.30	Q&A