February 6, 2025
Thank You Sustaining Sponsors!
Call for Abstracts: Present at the 2025 LCI Lean in Design Forum!
The deadline to submit your abstract for the 2025 LCI Lean in Design Forum is today! Don’t miss the chance to share your expertise and insights with industry leaders at this year’s event in Chicago, April 30 – May 1, 2025.
This year’s theme, Lean Design: Unlocking New Possibilities, will explore how Lean thinking can transform the design phase. Topics will include the impact of AI and emerging technologies, as well as the integration of Lean methods for enhanced cost control and streamlined workflows. Submit your abstract by close of business today to be considered as a presenter at this must-attend forum for designers, architects, and engineers.
Ready to Elevate Your Career? Start with Our Certification Guide
We’re thrilled to introduce the Guide to LCI Certification! This resource is the perfect starting point for anyone curious about certification. It highlights the value of becoming LCI-certified, outlines the certification steps, and even includes tips for discussing the benefits of certification with your manager.
Whether you’re considering certification to advance your career, demonstrate your applied Lean expertise, or drive impactful project outcomes, this guide makes it simple to get started. Download it today and take the first step toward transforming your projects and elevating your career.
Calling all Owners: Share Your Insights on Technology Adoption and Help Feeding America
LCI is partnering with Dodge Construction Network to conduct critical research on the state of technology across the construction industry, and owner organization participation is vital to its success. As a thank you for participating, Dodge Construction Network will donate $50 for every completed survey—up to a total donation of $6,000—to Feeding America, the largest hunger relief organization in the U.S., with a network of 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs. This survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Your answers will be kept strictly confidential. Thank you for participating in this important effort.
Member Resource: Last Planner System® Standard Work
LCI corporate members enjoy access to a number of exclusive resources, including Last Planner System Standard Work, a comprehensive guide about LPS® that provides critical step-by-step application guidance, diagrams and charts, and tips for each phase of the process. Members can download this guide in the member hub on the right side-bar.
Ready to join as an LCI corporate member? Fill out your application today. Interested but want to know more? Please email Maryann Fiala.
Member News
Have news to share? Reach out to Maryann Fiala and provide a link to your press release!
Only One Month Left to Secure Your Spot on the Congress Stage!
Fast-track your Lean journey and pioneer Lean progress as a 2025 Congress presenter. Submit your presentation proposal by Wednesday, March 5.
Get inspired by this year’s theme, Building Champions: Constructing the Game Plan for Lean Success, and explore four unique tracks covering how to win with Lean:
- Building the Team: Developing People and Gaining Buy-In
- Setting the Strategy: Laying the Groundwork for Success
- Executing the Playbook: Precision and Safety on the Field
- The Winning Formula: Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Secure your place on stage. Submit today.
Questions about the Congress program? Contact Joan Piccariello for more information.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at this year’s Congress? Email Ilene Goldberg or call (703) 785-9087 for more information.
Upcoming Webinars
February 27, 2025
NEW: LCI Blueprint for Efficiency: Exploring the 8 Wastes
March 17, 2025
LCI Integrating Gemba Walks for Continuous Improvement
March 6, 2025
NEW: LCI Aligning Project Success with Conditions of Satisfaction
April 4, 2025
LCI Lean in the Design Phase
Join Us as a Sponsor or Exhibitor at the 2025 LCI Design Forum in Chicago!
Don’t miss the chance for your company or organization to be a part of the 2025 LCI Design Forum – the premier event for professionals committed to advancing Lean practices in design, architecture, engineering, and construction.
By sponsoring or exhibiting, you’ll unlock valuable opportunities to elevate your brand, expand your reach, and connect directly with influential decision-makers in the design and construction sectors.
For more information, contact Ilene Goldberg.
Lean Assessments
How strong is your Lean knowledge? Take a Lean assessment to determine your current state so you have a baseline for improvement. Lean assessments are available for individuals, teams, and organizations alike. Whether you’re new to Lean or are an experienced Lean practitioner, Lean assessments are a great way to get started at LCI!
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