January 16, 2025

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January 16, 2025

Exclusive Member Benefit: Access to Recorded Webinars

LCI corporate members receive unlimited free access to past recorded webinars as an exclusive member benefit!

Members, you can find links to recorded webinars in the Member Hub. You can watch one of the most popular recordings here. In the Introduction to Last Planner System® Webinar presented by Christian Pikel of The ReAlignment Group, you’ll:

  1. Learn how LPS enhances project predictability.
  2. Understand the five interconnected planning conversations and their relationships.
  3. Explore the basics of LPS, including reliable commitments.
  4. Discover the importance of continuous learning and measuring reliability.

Interested in becoming an LCI corporate member to unlock free recorded webinars and other exclusive benefits? Contact Maryann Fiala today!

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Member Connections: Join Us for the Lean Practitioners Lean Coffee!

Mark your calendars for Feb. 28 and join us for a Lean Practitioners Lean coffee open exclusively to LCI corporate members! This free virtual event is designed specifically for individuals who are experienced in and responsible for implementing Lean practices at the organizational, team, or project level.

Lean practitioners at this event can expect to foster peer-to-peer relationships, share ideas, and address key issues that matter most to Lean practitioners. We can’t wait to see you there!

Not yet a corporate member but want to join us for this special event? Contact Maryann Fiala!

How LCI Certification Sets You Apart

As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to invest in your professional growth. Eric Lusis, VP of Continuous Improvement at Aecon Construction Group and an LCI-CPC certificant, shares how LCI Certification helps employers identify candidates with proven Lean expertise in design and construction.

This certification not only confirms your expertise in Lean Project Delivery but also distinguishes you to employers like Aecon, who prioritize professionals with verified applied Lean experience.

Make 2025 the year you take your career to the next level!

Join Us at the 2025 LCI Lean in Design Forum!

Calling all designers, architects, and engineers—mark your calendars for the 2025 LCI Lean in Design Forum in Chicago! This year’s theme, Lean Design: Unlocking New Possibilities, will highlight how Lean principles can transform the design process and deliver exceptional project outcomes.

The forum is a unique opportunity to learn how Lean strategies can streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and elevate your contributions to high-quality, on-time project delivery.

Event Details:

  • When: April 30 – May 1, 2025
  • Where: Palmer House, Chicago

This year’s forum will focus on integrating Lean thinking early in the project planning stages and how it can help you exceed expectations throughout design. You’ll also have the chance to connect with fellow professionals and gain actionable insights that can revolutionize your approach.

Want to present at the Forum? The call for abstracts is now open! Share your expertise and ideas with the broader design community on May 1. The submission deadline is February 6, so don’t miss out—submit your abstract today!

Submit Your Abstract Here

Upcoming Webinars

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Field Crew Huddle

Explore the Field Crew Huddle website to see how community of practice members are contributing to a platform for sharing methods, improvements and lessons learned on project sites or shops. Want to be featured? Now accepting submissions.

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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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Get Lean Topics at Your Jobsite

You can enhance your job site with a Lean Construction Institute poster! These helpful visuals explain and guide your team through important Lean concepts. The posters are printer ready and can be scaled to your desired dimensions. Print downloads are available as a member benefit to LCI Corporate Members, otherwise are available for purchase.

Jobsite Posters

Upcoming CoP Events

10
Wed
Sep

Optimizing the Whole through Communication - A HYBRID EVENT

Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
10
Wed
Sep

VIRTUAL EVENT - From Fear to Flourish: Unleashing High Performing Teams

Northern Ohio Community of Practice
11
Thu
Sep

A Lean Coffee

Ohio Valley Community of Practice
11
Thu
Sep

Scheduling Panel - CPM, Last Planner System®, Takt

Carolinas Community of Practice
12
Fri
Sep

Introduction to Lean Project Delivery

Northern California Community of Practice

Upcoming National Events

09
Tue
Sep

The Lean Marketplace

LCI National
12
Fri
Sep

LCI A3 Thinking: Continuous Improvement in Action

Webinar
19
Fri
Sep

LCI Owners Forum Lean Coffee September 2025

LCI National
23
Tue
Sep

Intro to Lean: Build Better with Lean

LCI National
25
Thu
Sep

From Sticky Notes to Smart Tech: The Future of Lean Planning

Webinar
26
Fri
Sep

Mental Health First Aid Training

LCI National
02
Thu
Oct

Lean in Action: Member to Member

LCI National
07
Tue
Oct

Overview of vPlanner V5

Webinar
09
Thu
Oct

NEW: LCI Respect for People: The Four Pillars in Practice

Webinar
06
Thu
Nov

Two Lean Coaches Analyze LPS® Successes/Failures

Webinar