December 4, 2025
Thank You Sustaining Sponsors!
Lean Research Spotlighted in ENR’s Law & Risk Management Issue
The Lean Construction Institute (LCI) supported research that was recently included in Engineering News-Record (ENR), the most widely-read publication in the design and construction industry.
In ENR’s Law & Risk Management special section, leading legal experts weighed in on current industry challenges, from tariff uncertainty and rising claims to the growing misuse of contract terms as leverage instead of collaboration tools.
Last Day to Register! Mapping Your Pathway to LCI Certification
Registration closes tonight for Mapping Your Pathway to LCI Certification, a live, instructor-led workshop happening tomorrow, December 5. You’ll gain the tools, structure, and confidence you need to complete your Lean Certification application.
$349 Non-Members | $249 LCI Members
Get Involved and Volunteer with Your Lean Community!
Did you know? Communities of Practice (CoPs) across the country are entirely volunteer-led!
This time of year, CoP core groups are busy with their annual planning for 2026. They are also seeking new core group members to join their team. Consider the benefits to both you and your company!
Boost Your Career, Elevate Your Voice!
- Grow Like a Pro
- Expand Your Circle
- Stand Out, Be Seen
- Fuel Your Passion
- Supercharge Your Resume
- Get Insider Access to Resources
- Find Your Voice
- Give Back, Grow Forward
Benefits To Your Company – Beyond The Bottom Line!
- Showcase Your Brand
- Stand Out in the Crowd
- Strategic Exposure
- Strengthen Business Relationships
- Invest in Employee Growth
- Be the Employer of Choice
- Drive Meaningful Impact
There are many ways you can help support their efforts. If you’re interested in connecting with your local CoP leadership to explore how you can contribute, reach out to Denise Erminger, Manager of Communities of Practice Relations, for an introduction.
Member Connections: eLearning Powers Lean Learning Across the Country
The Lean Construction Institute offers 11 (and growing) eLearning courses on essential Lean design and construction topics, including The Fundamentals of Standup Meetings and Introduction to the Last Planner System®. These engaging online sessions are free for all LCI corporate members, who consistently praise their effectiveness and ease of use.
“LCI’s eLearning has been a game changer for our team. The short, practical modules make Lean concepts easy to understand and apply, and we’re already seeing better coordination, fewer surprises, and stronger project outcomes.”
“LCI’s eLearning makes it simple to get everyone on the same page with Lean. Because the courses are on-demand and easy to follow, more of our people are engaging with the content — and we’re building a common language for how we plan, communicate, and deliver work.”
Check out the complete library of eLearning courses and make them a regular part of your organization’s Lean education!
WEBINAR TODAY: LCI Mindset of an Effective Big Room
Discover how Big Room collaboration breaks down silos, boosts transparency, and accelerates project outcomes. The Effective Big Room webinar introduces the core principles, benefits, and practical steps for implementation, helping your team communicate more effectively, make faster decisions, and work more effectively together.
Congratulations to the 2025 LCI Congress Conference Raffle Winners!
We’re thrilled to congratulate the winners of the 2025 LCI Congress conference raffles. Two lucky winners will each get a free ticket to the Core Program of the 2026 LCI Congress conference, taking place October 12-16, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia!
Scott Jennings, Operations Manager-East Coast, McCorvey Sheet Metal Works L.P., won the drawing at the closing session of the 2025 LCI Congress. Alicia O’Brien, Project Manager, Sutter Health, won the drawing of those who completed the post-2025 LCI Congress survey.
Thank you to all of this year’s LCI Congress attendees and supporters—and save the date for the 2026 LCI Congress!
Upcoming Webinars
December 4, 2025
LCI Mindset of An Effective Big Room
December 17, 2025
NEW: Getting Decisions That Stick
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