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Lean Construction Problems and Solutions
Lean Construction Problems and Solutions
Problems Faced
Construction related problems from design to handover, all:
Design Related
Delay/Constant change in requirements on client side.
Regular revisions in final design.
Delay in distribution of revised design to all the parties like
Contractor / Sub-Contractor / PMC / Client.
Delay due to improper clarity of design.
Planning Related
Problems Faced
Storage / Logistics Related
Workforce Related
Problems Faced
Equipment Related
Execution Related
Rework and related costs incurred due to constant revisions.
Cost incurred due to extra training of workforce due to
unavailability of skilled workforce.
Delay and cost incurred in arrival of bulk materials to site due to
excessive demand.
Delay in execution due to improper funding.
Damage and rework due to low quality materials and also due to
materials damaged due to over and improper stocking.
Problems Faced
Housekeeping Related
Need for constant housekeeping and related cost due to rework.
Improper management of waste leading to unorganized
scrapyards, and theft of materials, reduction in scrap value of
materials.
Lesser availability of usable space due to stocking and improper
waste collection.
Minor and Major accidents caused due to unawareness towards
safety related issues caused by loose / unsupervised material on
site.
Handover Related
Rework after end user visit due to improper initial execution and
delay in handing over.
Escalation in cost due to continuous soft housekeeping due to
delay in handing over.
Costs incurred during the defect liability period due to improper
initial effort during execution.
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