Lean Coffee – How do we help people transition back to in-person? (Ohio Valley CoP)
April 15, 2022 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Lean Espresso - An Intense Lean Coffee for Advanced Practitioners
March 18, 2022 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
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Know the basics of Lean and ready for more comprehensive discussions? Lean Espresso is for you!
This Lean Coffee is designed to bring together Lean Enthusiasts and Specialists that are looking for a deeper-dive discussion with like-minded professionals. Lean Espresso follows the same format as a standard Lean Coffee. Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to share.
Lean Coffee – Using Lean in Hybrid Environments (Ohio Valley CoP)
February 18, 2022 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed.
Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Lean Brew – Kicking Off Our 2022 Lean Adventures! (Ohio Valley CoP)
January 27, 2022 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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Come out for a drink, see a recap of what LCI Ohio Valley was up to in 2021, and get a sneak peek of what’s in store for 2022. This is an opportunity to invite colleagues in the industry to a fun event, learn about Lean and the Ohio Valley CoP, catch up with old friends, and make some new ones!
There will be a brief informative introduction followed by fun, social, free-form networking and conversation.
The cost of registration includes two drink tickets for beer, wine, or non-alcoholic beverages.
Lean Espresso - An Intense Lean Coffee for Advanced Practitioners
January 21, 2022 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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Know the basics of Lean and ready for more comprehensive discussions? Lean Espresso is for you!
This Lean Coffee is designed to bring together Lean Enthusiasts and Specialists that are looking for a deeper-dive discussion with like-minded professionals. Lean Espresso follows the same format as a standard Lean Coffee. Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to share.
Conditions of Satisfaction Simulation (Ohio Valley CoP)
December 7, 2021 @ 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
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Developing team Conditions of Satisfaction (CoS) is key to any Target Value Delivery project, and very useful for any other construction project. This collaborative process sets forth the agreed-upon factors that will determine project success, thereby guiding decision making throughout design and construction.
Join the Ohio Valley Community of Practice for an interactive session, including a CoS simulation, in which attendees will learn to:
- Define the meaning of Conditions of Satisfaction;
- Understand the process by which Conditions of Satisfaction are developed;
- Recognize the importance of identifying metrics, thresholds for success, and timing for regular analysis and correction, as needed.
Speaker:
Julie Glassmeyer, Glassmeyer Construction Consulting and Coaching, LLC (G3C) - Julie Glassmeyer is the Owner of Glassmeyer Construction Consulting & Coaching, LLC. For the past 19 years, Glassmeyer has been employing, facilitating, and coaching Lean Design & Construction principles. She draws on her 25+ years of experience in commercial construction planning and management to support project teams in achieving successful Lean implementation. Glassmeyer holds a BS in Construction Management from the University of Cincinnati, and served as an Adjunct Professor at Cincinnati State and UC.
The session will take place at HGC’s Training Room.
Park on the street or in the lot to the right of the building.
Lean Espresso - An Intense Lean Coffee for Advanced Practitioners
November 19, 2021 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
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Know the basics of Lean and ready for more comprehensive discussions? Lean Espresso is for you!
This Lean Coffee is designed to bring together Lean Enthusiasts and Specialists that are looking for a deeper-dive discussion with like-minded professionals. Lean Espresso follows the same format as a standard Lean Coffee. Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to share.
Lean Coffee – Visual Techniques in Lean Execution (Ohio Valley CoP)
November 19, 2021 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Lean Coffee - Creating A Lean Culture (Ohio Valley CoP)
October 15, 2021 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Parade of Trades – a Simulation for Lean Flow (Ohio Valley CoP)
October 11, 2021 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Developed by the Lean Construction (LCI) Institute over 20 years ago, the Parade of Trades® is a key foundational experience for anyone interested in implementing Lean within a project setting. The simulation illustrates the impact of local variability on global throughput. Attendees will virtually represent one of seven trade partners involved in a parade of trades within a construction team. Teams will roll dice that represent the capacity they bring to site to complete their work scope within a given week. However, a team member's ability to complete their work will depend on, and thus be limited by, the handoffs of work completed by their preceding trade partner. This fun virtual workshop will include a group debrief of key takeaways for enabling and sustaining good flow within our projects.
Speaker:
- Julie Glassmeyer is the Owner of Glassmeyer Construction Consulting & Coaching, LLC. For the past 18 years, Glassmeyer has been employing, facilitating, coaching and championing Lean Construction principles and Last Planner® tools. She draws on her 20+ years of experience in commercial construction planning and management to support project teams in their efforts to achieve successful Lean implementation.
Lean Espresso - An Intense Lean Coffee for Advanced Practitioners
September 10, 2021 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
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Know the basics of Lean and ready for more comprehensive discussions ?
Lean Espresso is for you!
This Lean Coffee is designed to bring together Lean Enthusiasts and Specialists that are looking for a deeper-dive discussion with like-minded professionals. Lean Espresso follows the same format as a standard Lean Coffee. Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to share.
Lunch-n-Learn Series: Target Value Delivery (Ohio Valley CoP)
September 7, 2021 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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This event, the third in a series of four, introduces Target Value Delivery (TVD) and the associated phases. Participants will learn the key difference between traditional versus TVD approach, key high level guidelines, and some Lean approaches supporting implementing TVD.
The Lunch-n-Learn series consists of facilitated, discussion-oriented events, each focused on a specific Lean subject matter. The format is more structured than a Lean Coffee, yet shorter and less structured than an LCI Education course. Its purpose is to provide enough knowledge base to kick start an engaging Lean discussion among the participants.
Speakers:
- Julie Glassmeyer is the Owner of Glassmeyer Construction Consulting & Coaching, LLC. For the past 18 years, Glassmeyer has been employing, facilitating, coaching and championing Lean Construction principles and Last Planner® tools. She draws on her 20+ years of experience in commercial construction planning and management to support project teams in their efforts to achieve successful Lean implementation.
- Annmarie Thurnquist is the Lean Specialist setting the strategy for the Jacobs Life Sciences North America Lean journey. She has over 30 years of experience in the A/E/C industry, managing projects from concept to occupancy and beyond. Annmarie has trained, coached and facilitated lean implementation on over $1.3 billion of projects. She leads the Core Team of the LCI Ohio Valley Community of Practice, is an instructor for numerous LCI courses, and led a national multi-firm Lean peer group.
Lean Coffee - How Can Respect for People Advance Your Lean Journey? (Ohio Valley CoP)
August 20, 2021 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
We will be using Hoylu to post and vote on our discussion topics. Attendees will join the audio / video portion of the coffee via Zoom, and use a link provided in the registration confirmation email to open Hoylu in a different tab or browser to type in your virtual post-it note for topics. Brad Whitmore of P&G will provide a brief overview of Hoylu at the beginning of the coffee.
More than Just Last Planner - Lean on the Construction Site - A Panel Discussion (Ohio Valley CoP)
August 9, 2021 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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In the third of our series of Lean Panel Discussions, Ohio Valley talks to a panel of CMs and GCs about how Lean is enhancing the construction process. In addition to Last Planner, these construction leaders will discuss visual management, 5S, the 8 wastes, and other lean techniques. Topics to be explored include:
- Engaging a project team in Lean processes.
- Better problem solving through team collaboration.
- Safety benefits of Lean implementation.
- Various approaches to overcoming “but we’ve always done it this way” thinking.
Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for the panelists.
Lean Coffee - Reliable Promises & Conditions of Satisfaction (Ohio Valley CoP)
July 16, 2021 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
We will be using Hoylu to post and vote on our discussion topics. Attendees will join the audio / video portion of the coffee via Zoom, and use a link provided in the registration confirmation email to open Hoylu in a different tab or browser to type in your virtual post-it note for topics. Brad Whitmore of P&G will provide a brief overview of Hoylu at the beginning of the coffee.
Lean Espresso - An Intense Lean Coffee for Advanced Practitioners
July 9, 2021 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
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Know the basics of Lean and ready for more comprehensive discussions ?
Lean Espresso is for you!
This Lean Coffee is designed to bring together Lean Enthusiasts and Specialists that are looking for a deeper-dive discussion with like-minded professionals. Lean Espresso follows the same format as a standard Lean Coffee. Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to share.
Lunch-n-Learn Series: Conditions of Satisfaction (Ohio Valley CoP)
July 6, 2021 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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This event, the second in a series of four, introduces Conditions of Satisfaction (CoS). Participants will gain insight to recognizing the project as a promise and the elements of making a sound promise, including CoS.They will discover how CoS relate to project delivery.
The Lunch-n-Learn series consists of facilitated, discussion-oriented events, each focused on a specific Lean subject matter. The format is more structured than a Lean Coffee, yet shorter and less structured than an LCI Education course. Its purpose is to provide enough knowledge base to kick start an engaging Lean discussion among the participants.
Speakers:
- Julie Dolan is Lean Practice Leader at SSOE, and a member of the Ohio Valley Community of Practice Core Team.
- Annmarie Thurnquist is a Lean Specialist at Jacobs, and a member of the Ohio Valley Community of Practice Core Team.
Lean Coffee - Collaboration Best Practices (Ohio Valley CoP)
June 18, 2021 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required. Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!
Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
We will be using Hoylu to post and vote on our discussion topics. Attendees will join the audio / video portion of the coffee via Zoom, and use a link provided in the registration confirmation email to open Hoylu in a different tab or browser to type in your virtual post-it note for topics. Brad Whitmore of P&G will provide a brief overview of Hoylu at the beginning of the coffee.
Leveraging Lean Practices in Design - A Panel Discussion (Ohio Valley CoP)
June 14, 2021 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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In the second of our series of Lean Panel Discussions, Ohio Valley brings together notable design practitioners experienced in Lean tools, processes, and evolving cultures. This group will discuss critical issues of consideration for any team embarking on an IPD or “IPD light” project. Topics to be explored include:
- Learn of different pathways various companies used to start on their journey
- Understand design considerations for projects of various “Lean Intensities” from the A/E perspective
- Explore various approaches to overcoming “but we’ve always done it this way” thinking
Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for the panelists.
Batch - Pull - Balance Simulation (Ohio Valley CoP)
June 2, 2021 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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In the first of our 2021 simulation series, the Ohio Valley CoP is offering a virtual event. The Batch-Pull-Balance Simulation helps participants understand two production laws and a production control method that can be used to improve project performance in terms of duration and cost. It is based on the concepts learned in the traditional Lego airplane game offered by LCI.
Attendees will be guided through this virtual simulation, in which they will act as a construction project team, to illustrate key principles of Lean and the Last Planner System®.
Lean Coffee In The Park (Ohio Valley CoP)
May 21, 2021 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Lean Espresso - An Intense Lean Coffee for Advanced Practitioners
May 14, 2021 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
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Know the basics of Lean and ready for more comprehensive discussions ?
Lean Espresso is for you!
This Lean Coffee is designed to bring together Lean Enthusiasts and Specialists that are looking for a deeper-dive discussion with like-minded professionals. Lean Espresso follows the same format as a standard Lean Coffee. Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to share.
Legal Aspects of IPD & Lean - A Panel Discussion (Ohio Valley CoP)
May 10, 2021 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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In the first of our series of Lean Panel Discussions, Ohio Valley brings together notable legal practitioners and Owners experienced in the IPD process. This group will discuss critical issues of consideration for any team embarking on an IPD or “IPD light” project.
Topics to be explored include:
- General IPD contract concepts
- Risk pool allocation
- Overcoming the mindset of “we’ve always done it this way”
- Determining which firms should be signatory to the contract
Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for the panelists.
Lunch-n-Learn Series: Introduction to Last Planner System® (Ohio Valley CoP)
May 4, 2021 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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This event, the first in a series of four, introduces the the Last Planner System® (LPS®), 5 levels of connected conversations. Participants will learn the benefits and key concepts of LPS, definition of Last Planner®, pull vs push methodology. Learning will include discussion of actual Last Planner implementation.
The Lunch-n-Learn series consists of facilitated, discussion-oriented events, each focused on a specific Lean subject matter. The format is more structured than a Lean Coffee, yet shorter and less structured than an LCI Education course. Its purpose is to provide enough knowledge base to kick start an engaging Lean discussion among the participants.
A VIRTUAL Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
September 18, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
LCI Introduction to Last Planner System® (Ohio Valley CoP)
August 25, 2020 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Working from home? Team members in different locations? Not in the Cincinnati Area? No worries! This REMOTE TRAINING course is for you!
The Last Planner System® (LPS®) is a group of tools designed to create a project environment in which team members behave in a manner to achieve the six tenets of lean – Respect for People, Optimize the Whole, Generate Value, Eliminate Waste, Focus on Flow, and Continuous Improvement. This half-day remote training session integrates presentation, group discussion, videos, case studies, and exercises to lead attendees to a stronger understanding of the purpose of LPS, as well as guidance on how to best implement the tools on your project.
This training is ideal for designers, construction owners, construction managers, general contractors, trade contractors, and vendors that want to further their understanding of and ability to participate in an LPS project.
LCI Instructor: Julie Glassmeyer, GC3 Consulting
Julie Glassmeyer is the Owner of Glassmeyer Construction Consulting & Coaching, LLC. For the past 18 years, Glassmeyer has been employing, facilitating, coaching and championing Lean Construction principles and Last Planner® tools. She draws on her 20+ years of experience in commercial construction planning and management to support project teams in their efforts to achieve successful Lean implementation.
A VIRTUAL Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
August 21, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
A VIRTUAL Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
July 17, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Learning to See The 8 Wastes (Ohio Valley CoP)
June 26, 2020 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
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Participants will “Learn to See Waste” by exploring each of the 8 wastes definitions along with examples and practical discussion. Learning will include a before and after waste walk video example.
Speakers:
- Fred Miller Field Aerospace - Fred's industry experience includes Sara Lee, Oracle, Intelligrated, Honeywell, and Field Aerospace. He held positions in engineering, operations, consulting, IT, quality and lean. Fred implemented Field's first Business Process Improvement program and is leading execution of the lean enterprise roadmap for engineering design, program management and modification operations. Currently building lean culture and mindset through the application of daily management, A3 problem solving, kaizen events.
- Julie Dolan, SSOE Group - Julie is an Account Executive for SSOE Group bent on translating client needs into Lean project delivery success stories. Her Lean journey began in 2017 with a like-minded owner also seeking to transform the built environment. She is a member of the LCI OVC Core Team, the SSOE LPD core team, and also serves on a number of non-profit boards advocating for social justice for some of society's most vulnerable populations.
A VIRTUAL Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
June 19, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Registration is free of charge.
For University Students: An Introduction to Lean (Ohio Valley CoP)
May 18, 2020 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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This virtual discussion about the basics of lean is for students pursuing degrees in the Construction Management, Architecture, and other building-related fields. Students from all universities are welcome to attend. Those who register will receive a link to the WebEx meeting.
Speakers:
- Joe Newton, Turner Construction & LCI Ohio Valley Core Team Member
- Julie Dolan, SSOE & LCI Ohio Valley Core Team Member
Attendance is free of charge. Please pre-register.
A VIRTUAL Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
May 15, 2020 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
This is going to be an interactive session and joining from your mobile device may be frustrating. For that reason, we are only allowing attendees to join from your computer. We also ask that everyone #turnyourcameraon and come ready to actively participate! It will enrich the experience for all participants.
Speaker: Brian Winningham, Field Driven Lean - A Lean Construction consultant who spent over 20 years estimating, planning, managing and leading construction projects and teams, Brian is passionate about sharing the benefits of Lean Construction. He’s the leader emeritus of the San Antonio LCI Community of Practice (CoP). He is an approved instructor for LCI training courses and for the AGC Lean Construction Education Program (AGC-LCEP). He’s an Army Ranger Veteran and active with Veterans in his community.
Attendance is free of charge. Please pre-register.
Big Room: A Virtual Discussion about Big Room Concepts and How to Implement Them in the New Normal (Ohio Valley CoP)
May 4, 2020 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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Using LCI's short course on Big Room as a framework, we will discuss the concepts and mindset critical to creating a Big Room atmosphere. Our Community of Practice will lead a discussion about how we can integrate the Big Room concepts into our virtual work habits.
This event will be held via WebEx. Login information will be sent to those who register.
Attendance is free of charge. Please pre-register.
Implementing Lean in a Socially Distant and Virtual World (Ohio Valley CoP)
April 17, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am
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Instead of our usual Lean coffee, the Ohio Valley Community of Practice will be holding a virtual discussion. How are you using Lean to communicate during the COVID-19 crisis? What techniques or tools are working for you? Share your successes and challenges with other members of our CoP.
This event will be held in Slido. Login information will be sent to with registration confirmation.
Attendance is free of charge. Please pre-register.
CANCELLED: A Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
March 20, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Attendance is free of charge. Please pre-register.
Coffee and Pastries will be served.
Parking is available on the front and north side of the building.
Lean Coffee will be held in the Second Floor Training Room
A Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
February 21, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Attendance is free of charge.
Coffee and Pastries will be served
Parking Information: Parking is available on the front and north side of the building. Lean Coffee will be held in the Second Floor Training Room
A Leap of Faith: What happens when an Owner and Partners fully embrace Lean IPD(Ohio Valley CoP)
February 3, 2020 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Procter & Gamble recently decided to embrace the full Lean IPD process at their new West Virginia manufacturing plant. Attendees will learn the importance of selecting the right partners, creating the right culture and behaviors, and implementing the right processes and tools to meet or exceed expectations. The same IFOA partners were used for multiple IFOA projects, allowing the team to learn, grow, and innovate together from one project to the next, leading to improved project outcomes.
SPEAKER:
Sergio GarciaLyons - P&G - Senior Capital Purchasing Leader at P&G
Registration Rates
Member Rate: $20
Non-Member Rate: $30
Student Rate: $Student scholarships available. Please contact Professor Abhijeet Deshpande at deshpaa@ucmail.uc.edu
Networking Happy Hour to follow presentation.
Parking: The Taft Center is accessed from the second floor off of the Atrium of the Westin Hotel – US Bank Building on the south side of 5th Street.
LCI Lean Learning Series - What is Lean? (Ohio Valley CLEVELAND CoP)
January 31, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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This year, we will alternate between the Lean Learning Series and Lean Coffees each month. The Learning Series is a good opportunity to invite someone who is starting their Lean journey to join us as we work through some of the big topics of Lean construction.
We will start our Lean Learning Series presentations with "What is Lean?"
What is Lean?
This topic introduces Lean Project Delivery as relevant to the design and construction industry, compares conventional delivery with Lean delivery outcomes and describes the goals and benefits of Lean. Participants will learn the key principles that are foundational to Lean as the LCI 6 Tenets of Lean in detail.
The LCI Lean Learning Series is a facilitated discussion-oriented event focused on a specific Lean subject matter. The event is more structured than a Lean Coffee yet shorter and less structured than a LCI education course. Its purpose is to provide just enough knowledge base to kick start an engaging Lean discussion amongst the participants.
Speakers:
Mark Seifried: Managing Director-Program Management, NV5
LCI Core Group Vice Leader
Armando Francisco: Senior Vice President, Lake Erie Electric, Inc - Cleveland Division
LCI Core Group Member
Registration is Free - Registration Required
Limited Parking is available at Karpinski. Carpooling or use of public transportation strongly encouraged. Some minimal parking available on Euclid (subject to posted hour limitations).
A Lean Coffee (Ohio Valley CoP)
January 17, 2020 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
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Join us for a Lean Coffee to learn and support each other in our Lean endeavors! Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.
Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS! Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock. This happens until it is agreed that the topic has been discussed to satisfaction. Takeaways are considered and then the topic with the next largest amount of votes is addressed. Come as you are and be ready to learn.
Attendance is free of charge.
Coffee and Pastries will be served
Parking Information: Parking is available on the front and north side of the building. Lean Coffee will be held in the Second Floor Training Room