Gemba Walk – T1 Arrive, San Diego International Airport

  Gemba Host: Bobby Kalar is a construction technology and Lean practitioner with Turner Construction, supporting innovation, field technology integration, and operational excellence across complex projects. He has been actively involved in advancing Lean workflows, digital collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives on major infrastructure and aviation programs, including the new San Diego International Airport […]

GEMBA Tour: Modular Prefabrication Shop –

  Join us for this exceptional GEMBA “in-action” experience to witness the power of multi-trade prefabrication and building modular assemblies, as the work takes place!  Our host, TJ Wies Contracting, is a partner in the POD Squad team that is currently building the modular bathroom PODs and patient room headwalls for the BJC Phase […]

2023 LCI Congress: Program Overview

[…] and construction industry in the greater Detroit area. The day will wrap up with keynote speaker Mack Story, co-founder, Top Story Leadership, leaving you motivated and invigorated. Gemba Walks: Where Innovation Comes to Life The grand finale awaits on the program’s final day with the immersive Gemba walks. For those who don’t know, Gemba […]

From Silos to Flow: The Integrated Design Process at Work

[…] alignment, the new facility would simply replicate old waste in a new building. The IFDP was used to build understanding before designing solutions. Lean tools — including Gemba walks, value stream mapping, and flow diagrams — created alignment, reduced waste, and shaped new workflows. You’ll also get hands-on with the 7 Ways problem-solving tool, […]

Communities of Practice

Communities of Practice (CoPs) are locally led groups within the design and construction industry across North America. They create a consistent forum for working through challenges, exchanging ideas and strengthening Lean practice over time. Events include Lean Coffees, Gemba Walks, Book Clubs, Happy Hours, Webinars, Lean Learning Series, LCI Education Courses, Congress Presentations and more!

For Constructors

Explore: [LCI Glossary](https://leanconstruction.org/glossary/)| Explore: [Lean Topics](https://leanconstruction.org/lean-topics/)| eLearning: [Mindset of Effective Big Room](https://leanconstruction.org/learning/e-learning/)| Classroom: [Intermediate LPS® Practical Application](https://leanconstruction.org/classroom-learning/)| Classroom: [Conducting Gemba Walks](https://leanconstruction.org/classroom-learning/)| Videos: [LCI Short Video Series](https://leanconstruction.org/learning/videos/)

LCI Gemba Walk poster_SPANISH

[…] ve loque sucede. CONSIDERACIONES RETROSPECTIVAS: Ve al lugar del proceso. 1 Observa y habla con la gente 2 Busca los 8 desperdicios 3 Mapea y documenta las observaciones. 4 GEMBA WALK Ir de primera mano al lugar donde se realiza el trabajo. Ver y comprender: cómo se hace, los desafíos y las oportunidades de mejora.

IGLC_2011_Special

[…] Project production has a cowboy nature: Get out there and fight the Indians no matter how they look, instead of reflecting on the issues to be managed. Gemba – observe and reflect – is a Toyota term very useful in the strategy process. To observe and reflect is often a fine way to get […]

25 Years of Lean: Thoughts from LCI Executive Director, Dan Heinemeier

[…] so much new construction and updates in the downtown area that makes it an interesting spot for designers and builders. Dan encourages attendees to consider adding a Gemba tour to your ticket to see some of the amazing tours which will be on the schedule this year. Information on Gemba tours is to be […]

TDC-Book_revised_11_2022

[…] Bob Emilian i http://www.bobemiliani.com/defining-respect-for-people/ W. Edwards Deming’s 14 Points for Management https://www.deming.org/theman/theories/fourteenpoints How to Change a Culture: Lessons From NUMMI, John Shook http://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/how-to-change-a-culture-lessons-from- nummi/ Respect for People, Gemba Academy Podcast http://blog.gembaacademy.com/2015/02/12/ga-045-respect-for-people-with-past-guests/ Humble Inquiry, Edgar Schein http://www.amazon.com/Humble-Inquiry-Gentle-Instead-Telling/dp/1609949811/ref=sr_1_1?s=bo oks&ie=UTF8&qid=1432069344&sr=1-1&keywords=humble+inquiry+the+gentle+art+of+asking+in stead+of+telling Lead with Respect, Michael Ballé, Freddy Ballé http://www.amazon.com/Lead-Respect-Novel-Lean-Practice-ebook/dp/B00M4VQG60/ref=sr_1_1? s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1432069492&sr=1-1&keywords=lead+with+respect Building the Emotional Intelligence of Groups, HBR, […]

Generating Value With LCI Congress: What’s in it for Me and My Organization?

[…] learning, and simulations to further your Lean expertise Learning Day deep-dive sessions (October 13) on influential Lean topics, including Last Planner System®, Target Value Delivery, and more Gemba Day (October 16) showcasing Lean in action—stay tuned for details on this year’s exciting Gemba Day tours! “Learning Day is built for every stage of the […]

Houston Community of Practice

Gemba Walk (In-Person) – Explore a Rice University site to observe Lean Practices in Action with members of the Clark Construction project team

2024 LCI Congress Program Preview: An Interview with Planning Committee Members

[…] Lean credential program. “They also offer formal learning if you are looking to become a facilitator or master on various topics,” says Dan. Experience Lean locally during Gemba Day. Congress Add-on, Friday, Oct. 25 Kevin and Dan noted there are four exciting local Gemba sites, spanning aviation, hospitality, healthcare, and a housing manufacturing start-up. […]

Committees

[…] drawn from across the country including previous team members with experience in planning past Congress events. The program encompasses one and one-half days of learning sessions, a two-day core program of plenary and breakout sessions to include keynote speakers, and a half-day ” Gemba“-style visit to local Lean projects. For more information, contact Joan Piccariello.

Lean Construction Institute Announces 17th Annual LCI Congress, October 12-16, 2015

[…] Design Big Room Tuesday, October 13 — (8) training courses, including: Villego® (Last Planner System® Simulation) Setting up Small Wins Root Cause Analysis Friday, October 17 — Gemba Day (site visits) Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in project site visits that highlight Lean implementation and reflect the progress of Lean in today’s […]

For Trade Partners

Classroom: [Conducting Gemba Walks](https://leanconstruction.org/classroom-learning/)| Classroom: [Kaizen](https://leanconstruction.org/classroom-learning/)| Classroom: [5S Construction](https://leanconstruction.org/classroom-learning/)| Download: [Practitioner Guide to Lean Research](http://leanconstruction.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Practitioners-Guide-to-Essential-Lean-Research-1.pdf)

What is Lean?

[…] refill material to a certain quantity used in production. Last Planner System® – LCI helps companies establish pull in their Lean methodologies through our Last Planner System. Gemba Walks – Gemba walks are an effective way to see how work is currently being performed and to determine potential ways to improve processes. A3 – […]

IPD IMBY – The Sky’s the Limit

[…] Tower Expansion is an IPD project local to Chicago which implements many lean principals including Respect for People, Prefabrication, Early Trade Partner Involvement and Modular systems.  This GEMBA-style presentation will allow members of the design and construction teams to share lessons learned and describe how lean tools were implemented to achieve the project goals. […]

Focus on Flow

[…] to get to the final outcome. This is an easy way to visualize wasteful steps that can be eliminated and identify the “stations” of the production flow. Gemba Walks Gemba walks are conducted by team leaders and are a way to check processes for waste. These also allow team leaders to identify areas where […]