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Being a good neighbor
Introduction: In the world of construction, anyone can build a project, but only the best can do it while being considerate neighbors. In...
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Jason Schroeder
- May 29, 2023
- 2 min
JIT Material Deliveries
Just-in-time material delivery gets a bad rap in construction sometimes. People usually think it means: Only bringing materials to the...
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Lucía Armenta
- May 3, 2023
- 4 min
The Eight Wastes: The Enemy Against Lean
By: Lucía Armenta As builders, we must recognize that waste is a major obstacle on the job site. We need to take steps to avoid,...
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Jason Schroeder
- Jan 24, 2023
- 3 min
Zero Tolerance
Begin Using Zero Tolerance Zero Tolerance systems on-site work everywhere we try them. The key is to not tolerate bad behaviors on-site,...
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Jason Schroeder
- Jan 17, 2023
- 8 min
The Updated Contract Inclusions List
Contract Inclusions Do you want to implement Lean on your project? If so, you must specify it. That does not mean you have to pay extra...
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Jason Schroeder
- Aug 15, 2022
- 2 min
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
“988” is the three-digit, nationwide phone number to connect directly to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Too many people experience...
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Jason Schroeder
- Jul 30, 2022
- 11 min
What is Takt Control?
What is Takt Control? When I first heard the term I did not know what it meant either. To save us some time I will tell you it could...
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Elevate Construction
- Apr 13, 2022
- 9 min
Creating a Takt Plan
The Process Probably one of the most useful outlines we can provide for Takt is the step by step outline for how to create one. We hope...
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Elevate Construction
- Mar 29, 2022
- 10 min
Takt Theory
Takt Planning is a detailed one-page, one-process flow schedule that focuses on throughput, production, bottlenecks, and ultimately,...
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Jason Schroeder
- Mar 24, 2022
- 2 min
Logistics is # 1
Create Your Logistics Map Your Logistics Map cannot just be a map you create, post, and use one time. It is a strategic planning tool...
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Elevate Construction
- Mar 23, 2022
- 4 min
What is a Takt Plan?
Probably one of the most important questions out there is, what is Takt? Is it like CPM? Is it separate from the Last Planner® System? ...
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Elevate Construction
- Mar 14, 2022
- 3 min
We Do Not Have a Critical Path in Construction, We Have Critical Flow.
Since the 1960s construction has been contractually bound by one management system known as the Critical Path Method or CPM. Our current...
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Elevate Construction
- Mar 3, 2022
- 4 min
Fresh Eyes
In construction, sometimes, you get blinders on and don't dig deep enough to see and prevent possible problems. It is important not to do...
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Jason Schroeder
- Jan 17, 2022
- 3 min
Production Comparisons
How do we increase production in self-perform work? Well, this is a complicated topic with many aspects to the answer, but I can tell...
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Jason Schroeder
- Dec 22, 2021
- 7 min
The Books Every Super Should Read!
I am currently writing the book Elevating Construction Senior Superintendents and just finished the draft of the section suggesting what...
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Jason Schroeder
- Dec 15, 2021
- 7 min
Schedule Review Questions
Every plan and schedule should be reviewed before the project NTP. We hope this list of questions can help trigger better conversations...
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Jason Schroeder
- Dec 14, 2021
- 2 min
What Qualifies as a Takt plan?
What Qualifies as a Takt plan? I think sometimes we are too strict about Takt planning formats. We should be strict about Takt planning...
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Spencer Easton
- Nov 30, 2021
- 7 min
Got Buffers?
The vast majority of professionals in construction are conditioned to add "fluff" to a schedule so they have enough time for their...
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Spencer Easton
- Nov 19, 2021
- 3 min
Excel for Builders
I have tested hundreds of applications for planning and scheduling in construction. What strikes me is that all of them are trying to...
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Spencer Easton
- Nov 3, 2021
- 5 min
How do you Apply Kingman's Formula?
Wondering how to apply this production law in your takt planning? we answer this and much more in this blog.
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Jason Schroeder
- Nov 2, 2021
- 4 min
Why Huddle Boards?
What is the purpose of a huddle board? A huddle board should let us see if we are winning daily. It allows everyone on the project site...
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Kevin Rice
- Oct 28, 2021
- 3 min
Is Takt Really Magic?
Something I asked my self as I started researching takt and its benefits. Like you; I am newer to takt planning and thought I would take...
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Spencer Easton
- Aug 26, 2021
- 3 min
Takt Leveling Production
A construction case study on leveling production by trade to save 40% on the overall duration.
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- Jun 21, 2021
- 1 min
Takt Process Resource
The attached excel sheet can be used as a source for Takt Dials and Value Progression Options.
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- Apr 7, 2021
- 1 min
Great Guides for Supers
We have distilled some of the best wisdom from history into a few key graphics that will help Superintendents in their role. Check them...
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- Apr 7, 2021
- 1 min
Upcoming Super Boot Camp
Are you ready to take your next step as a Superintendent? Join us May 12th for our next Super Boot Camp. If you are interested, please...
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- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
Remarkable Field Operations
Do you want a strong Field Ops group in your organization? If so, where is the list? Where is the checklist for you to get started? ...