3 lean project management principles
Let’s take a look at three main principles of lean project management:
1. Respect People
Lean project management understands and respects the fact that we’re all human. People make mistakes, get in bad moods, and have different wants and desires. An authentic lean approach seeks to communicate with and empower the people closest to the work, rather than handing down blind orders from above. When organizations take the time and effort to do this, they’re rewarded with more engaged workers and a more team-oriented atmosphere.
2. Focus on the flow of work
This principle emphasizes flow efficiency, or making sure work is moving forward all the time. This requires teams to focus on the handoff of work between trades to minimize the time that an area is left without work being progressed. Concentrating on the flow of work puts the project in the forefront and seeks to streamline systems to ensure the most efficient workflows.