Why Lean Construction Matters for ABC Wisconsin Members

By John Koga, Owner, Lean Construction Value Specialties LLC

Lean construction is a way of planning and managing construction work so projects run smoother, waste less time and money, and deliver more value to the customer.

At its core, lean construction is about:

• Building strong working relationships
• Focusing on what the customer truly needs
• Reducing waste like rework, delays, waiting, and unnecessary steps

In today’s construction market, success depends on more than working harder, it’s about working smarter. That’s where lean construction comes in. Embracing lean principles is a game-changer that strengthens performance, profitability, and teamwork. Simply put, lean principles let contractors deliver better value to their customers.

Lean construction leads to:

• More predictable schedules
• Lower costs and less rework
• Safer jobsites
• Higher productivity
• Better teamwork and morale

Want to learn how to improve efficiency, strengthen teamwork, and deliver higher-quality projects with less waste? Join me on March 6, 2026, for a one-day seminar at ABC Wisconsin that introduces Lean Construction methods that can be used immediately. The course introduces the basic skills needed to identify waste, solve problems, improve workflow, and foster a culture focused on customer satisfaction.

Course Highlights:

• The Problem-Solving Cycle: Learn processes that help identify issues, solve them at the root, and adopt lasting improvements.
• Mastering the 8 Wastes: Develop “lean vision” to spot and eliminate common inefficiencies like overproduction, waiting times, and non-utilized talent.
• Practical Lean Tools: Gain hands-on experience with foundational techniques.
• The Last Planner® System Thinking (LPS): Learn how you can adopt this innovative system to increase reliability through collaborative planning, daily huddles, and visual displays that shield production from obstacles.
• Interactive Simulations: See firsthand how Lean principles make better use of resources and accelerate schedules by working smarter.

Who Should Attend:

Crew Foremen
Superintendents
Project Managers
Support Personnel
Owners
Executives
Decision Makers

Learn more and register here.