Lean and Integrated Project Delivery
Why is Lean Design and Construction
Important and What Does it Look Like
when Implemented.
Based on research from manufacturing and companies like Toyota, Lean focuses on Continuous Improvement and a Respect for People while looking to drive waste out of the value delivery system.
Delivering
Customer
Value-
Through
Streamlined
Processes -
Practicing
Continuous
Improvement
What is Lean IPD?
Lean IPD or Lean Integrated Project Delivery is a delivery model for complex construction projects focused on forming a single team of designers, builders, and owners
through aligned incentives, culture and contract structure.
Builders
Builders include the general contractor and key trade partners who have a significant impact on the outcome of the project.
Designers
Designers include the primary architect and key systems such as structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing.
Owner
The owner is the entity who is sponsoring the project and ultimately responsible for
operating the completed project. Involvement and leadership of the owner is
key to the success of IPD.
IPD Case Study
Integrated Project delivery (IPD) - an approach that
integrates people, systems,
business structures...
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Reduce Risk
There were over 1000 trusses supplied and installed on the project. Many of them were…
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Increase Innovation
Integrated Project Delivery sets up a different environment than other delivery models such as lump…
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Health Care
The team for the Medical Office Building produced the validation study at about a 95%…
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Small Projects
Most projects implementing Integrated Project Delivery are large, complex projects that play out over a…
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Testimonials
Together IPD and Lean are a powerful force – IPD providing the motivation and Lean the means for project success. Lean IPD provides both the motivation and means to improve project outcomes.
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is a superior delivery model because it aligns the interests of the owners, designers, and builders at the outset of a project. No more silos, no more hidden problems, no more posturing for claims, and no more disappointments at the end. The IPD contract and the Lean Construction operating system that is mandated by IPD bring early engagement and full commitment of all parties to deliver the highest value at the lowest cost. The side benefits are high levels of design innovation, safety, quality, and roughly 5X more likely to finish on time or ahead of schedule than traditional delivery.
Do you want more predictable projects? The Intro to IPD course is the place to start your journey.
Find case studies, research reports, and web links
to help learn more.
Looking for more information?
We have compiled a collection of outside information to help with the justification for Lean IPD for leaders in organizations as well as resources to support the successful implementation of Lean IPD.
Integrated Project Delivery - An Action Guide For Leaders
Collaboratively developed by leaders in design, construction, law, and research, this guide is designed to support leaders in the implementation of Integrated Project Delivery. With funding from The Pankow Foundation, Center for Innovation in the Design and Construction Industry and the Integrated Project Delivery Alliance as well as a group of industry partner firms, the guide is made available free in electronic format to the public in an effort to support successful implementation.
