Seven Ways to Bridge the Gap Between Lean and Critical Path Method

#1: Improve the visibility of all project and task data.

#2: Use coordination tools to eliminate costly rework.

#3: Drive commitments between field disciplines to improve workplace performance.

#4: Align stakeholder incentives and get everyone working toward a common goal.

#5: Let the field team work the way it wants, while providing the front and back office with visibility.

#6: Stop trying to micromanage field operations using complex master schedules.

#7: Support and facilitate high-frequency collaboration between the back office, front office, and workplace.