The Myths of Multitasking: How Scrum Helps Construction Teams Work Smarter

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Explain why multitasking reduces productivity and how context switching creates hidden waste in construction workflows.
• Identify different types of work including planned work, operational work, reactive work, and unexpected interruptions.
• Apply Lean and Scrum patterns such as swarming, one-piece flow, and visible work boards to reduce work in process.
• Use a basic Scrum board to clarify priorities, improve team coordination, and support daily progress.
• Start small with Scrum by choosing a short-term goal, checking progress daily, and helping the team work at a sustainable pace.

Felipe Engineer-Manriquez, a best-selling author and keynote speaker, is the Project Delivery Services Director at The Boldt Company and host of The EBFC Show podcast. Renowned for driving change in construction with Lean and Agile practices, he simplifies work processes significantly. As a Registered Scrum Trainer™ and Lean Construction Institute Chairman’s Award recipient, Felipe leads through coaching, social media, and his book, 'Construction Scrum.' 

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