LEAN | PULL PLANNING

Continuous Improvement

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Pull Planning for
Continuous Improvement.

We're continuously looking for ways to improve our work.

We rely on the Last Planner System™ (also known as Pull Planning) to enhance production control in scheduling and planning project delivery.

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The Last Planner System™ and
Collaborative Project Planning.
 
The Last Planner System™ is a project production method designed to create predictable workflows among various parties, achieving reliable results. It focuses on generating and maintaining flow in work processes by encouraging conversations between construction team members. This collaboration helps identify problems before they disrupt the workflow, accomplished through pull planning.
 
Pull planning is a method where personnel, materials, information, equipment, and other resources arrive precisely when and where they are needed to maintain the flow of the production process.
 
CD Smith Project Team at tables with Virtual Design & Construction drawings on screens in Pull Planning group session
 
CD Smith Construction Project Group using LEAN Pull Planning approach with Post-Its on whiteboard at Fond du Lac Wisconsin Corporate Office

"Getting all key project stakeholders involved early is crucial to the planning process. Collaboration during early planning stages enables the entire team to move in the right direction together from procurement through production. This process helps all project team members understand what is needed for a successful job in a truly collaborative manner where they can hold each other accountable." 

 

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Dave Kwiatkowski

Vice President of Field Operations

C.D. Smith Construction

 

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Lean Construction Projects from
Beneath the Hard Hat® and IN THE NEWS
 

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Project Case Study
Lean Construction Planning:
Bradley Symphony Center

 

The importance of lean construction planning as applied to the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO)'s historic wall move on the Bradley Symphony Center project.

CD Smith Virtual Design + Construction team at desktop monitor navigating virtual project site in collaboration on project in Wisconsin

 

Virtual Design + Construction
Lean Processes and
Collaborative Technology

 

Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) drives LEAN processes with the early adoption of collaborative technology to deliver project satisfaction.

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Ascent mass timber tower construction when topping off with CD Smith in Milwaukee Wisconsin

 

Lean Construction Planning The World's Tallest Hybrid Mass Timber Tower

 

Lean practices and planning principles from the Ascent MKE Mass Timber Project can be built in as collaborative processes for continuous improvement on any project.

 
 Your Project's Success:
Benefits You Can Count On
 

 

Streamlined
Project Flow

We’ll work together to break down your project into manageable phases, verify that everyone is on the same page and ensure that tasks flow smoothly.

Fewer Delays
+ Roadblocks

Through look-ahead planning, we’ll identify potential issues early and proactively address them before they impact your project’s timeline.

LEAN Pull Planning Flow Chart with CD Smith Construction white board project planning Post-Its in background
CD Smith Project Team at tables with Virtual Design & Construction drawings and Post-Its on whiteboard in Pull Planning group session

 

Increased
Predictability

Weekly planning sessions ensure everyone is aligned on upcoming tasks, leading to a more predictable workflow and project completion date.

Enhanced Collaboration
+ Communication

Working together, we’ll establish a clear communication system to address any challenges and ensure smooth project execution.

 
“At C.D. Smith we’re on a journey of continuous improvement. Through pull planning, every team member is empowered to collaborate and proactively solve challenges. Together, we’ll deliver predictable outcomes, one well-planned week at a time.” 
 
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Justin Smith
President and CEO
C.D. Smith Construction
 

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About C.D. Smith

C.D. Smith Construction is an industry leader in safely providing the highest quality commercial construction services. Utilizing an integrated approach and self-performing trade services combined with technical expertise, our team serves as a solutions provider throughout all phases of a project, from planning through construction. With veteran leadership and a dedication to our employees and clients, we proudly place our name on projects of all sizes across the United States.

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125 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935

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8325 W. Tower Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53223

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316 West Washington Avenue
Suite 900 
Madison, WI 53703

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333 Front Street North
Suite 701 
La Crosse, WI 54601

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