Podcast Season 4

Half the Time: A New Era of Construction Efficiency

The construction industry has often been seen as lagging in productivity and innovation. But that perception is out of date.

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This episode shines a new light on the industry, revealing how progressive teams are accelerating construction, slashing project times, improving efficiency and quality, and significantly reducing environmental impact.

Join us as Dr Jan Elfving, Director of Operational Efficiency with Skanska in Finland, shares insights into

the biggest productivity gains in construction. Discover how new methods, technologies and collaborative approaches are delivering remarkable results, including a groundbreaking project that cut apartment construction time in half.

Key takeaways:

Radical productivity gains: How construction is breaking free from old reputations, achieving dramatic improvements in project speed and efficiency.
The power of tact time production: Dive into the revolutionary planning methodology that optimizes workflows and maximizes space utilization for unprecedented lead time reductions.

Collaborating for success: Why close collaboration across the supply chain – from subcontractors to design partners – is essential for unlocking these new levels of productivity and quality.
Holistic project benefits: Beyond speed, discover how these innovations lead to significant improvements in safety, quality and a reduced environmental footprint, transforming project delivery.

Featured guests in this episode:

Dr Jan Elfving, Director of Operational Efficiency, Skanska in Finland
Host: John Ambrose

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