Forms of application
Efficiency reimagined.
At PORR, Lean Management encompasses methods for the planning, management and continuous improvement of construction and planning processes. Transparent communication, collaboration and structured improvement processes facilitate coordination between project stakeholders.
Lean Thinking, Lean Design, Lean Construction and Lean Logistics are applied at different stages of the project. The aim is to reduce material wastage and inefficient processes, to make the use of resources more efficient and to continuously improve project workflows.
These methods support the implementation of construction projects whilst taking quality, deadlines and cost-effectiveness into account.
Lean ThinkingContinuous improvement.
Communication at eye level as well as a common understanding of the construction and planning process through collaboration and transparency: Lean Management makes this possible.
All processes - from planning to execution - are streamlined and added value is increased. Work steps are developed and analysed together with all project participants in advance. This allows unnecessary process steps to be identified, optimised or avoided altogether. The ultimate goal is to avoid waste through a continuous improvement process (CIP).
Customer benefits Lean Thinking.
Communication on an equal footing, along with transparency and collaboration, foster a shared understanding of construction and planning processes. Lean management provides suitable methods and tools for this.
Eliminating waste
Streamlined processes from planning through to execution: Lean methods increase value creation by identifying and eliminating waste.
Focusing on the essentials
Work steps are jointly developed and analysed in advance so that they can then be designed to optimise the use of resources and time.
Building together
A key focus of Lean is the involvement of all teams participating in the implementation. By communicating jointly and regularly with clients, partners and specialist planners right from the start, potential obstacles are overcome at an early stage.
Lean DesignCommunication and co-operation.
PORR defines ‘Lean Design’ as a project management system that supports communication and collaboration between the design teams. In addition to the designers, the trades responsible for the execution are also involved in the design process at an early stage.
The aim is to better coordinate interfaces, incorporate the expertise of the various stakeholders and make design processes transparent. The early involvement of relevant project stakeholders supports the coordination and further development of the design.
Customer benefits Lean Design.
For our clients, the use of Lean Design throughout all phases of the project can, amongst other things, support the following aspects:
- Individualised and adaptable planning
- Transparent coordination during the planning process
- Regular analysis and refinement of the planning
- Traceability of cost developments as the project progresses
- Collaborative working between project stakeholders
Lean ConstructionCoordinated construction management.
Lean Construction refers to a coordinated approach to construction management in which processes are aligned between all project stakeholders. A key focus is on identifying and reducing waste during the execution phase. This supports the structured management of resources and processes, particularly in complex projects.
Intensive communication for project management
Through the use of Lean methods, execution processes are analysed and continuously refined. The aim is to make project processes more transparent and to identify opportunities for efficiency gains.
In integrated projects, Lean Design principles are carried over into the execution phase to support end-to-end Lean project management. Key decisions are prepared and agreed upon at an early stage. Regular communication between project stakeholders is central to this process.
Customer benefits Lean Construction.
For our clients, Lean Construction can support the following aspects:
- Structured project management right through to handover and commissioning
- Transparency and regular coordination within the construction team
- Shared construction strategies and a common understanding of processes
- Fine-grained control of the construction process
- Collaboration between project stakeholders via defined communication structures
- Continuous improvement of quality and project processes
Lean LogisticsEfficient processing.
PORR uses Lean Logistics to analyse logistical processes in construction projects. Construction logistics activities such as transport, storage, and site set-up and clearance often account for a significant proportion of the execution time. The aim is to identify opportunities to improve logistical processes and to reduce waiting times, search times and transport costs.
Structured processes in construction logistics
Construction logistics encompasses, amongst other things, the areas of just-in-time, procurement, production, waste disposal and information logistics. The relevant requirements are defined on a project-by-project basis.
A construction logistics manual documents the relevant logistical framework and makes it available to those involved in the project. This includes, for example, regulations governing delivery processes, materials storage and waste disposal concepts.
The aim is to ensure the structured coordination of logistical processes and the transparent provision of information relevant to the project.
Customer benefits Lean Logistics.
For our clients, Lean Logistics includes, amongst other things:
- Documented logistical framework conditions set out in a construction logistics manual
- Transparent coordination and communication processes
- Project-specific design of logistics concepts
- Analysis of opportunities to improve logistics processes
- Structured planning of transport, storage and waste disposal processes
- Cost reduction by avoiding unnecessary work processes
- Time and cost savings thanks to forward-looking logistics planning