Turning Resistance into Results: Mastering the Last Planner System with Victor Ortiz Part 3

What if resistance to change wasn’t a problem, but an opportunity? In this episode of The EBFC Show, Victor Ortiz and host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez explore how embracing resistance to the Last Planner System can actually drive clarity, foster trust, and create better outcomes in construction projects. 🚧

As we continue our series on mastering the Last Planner System, Victor dives deep into the practical strategies that transform this Lean Construction framework into a tool for optimizing collaboration and efficiency.

📌 Key Takeaways You’ll Gain:

• How resistance reveals gaps and creates opportunities for clarity and growth.
• The role of trust and constraint analysis in building stronger project teams.
• The value of forward-thinking adjustments and the strategic use of buffers to prevent delays.
• Insights into PPC (Percent Plan Complete) and resource management to enhance performance.
• Practical steps for implementing the Last Planner System effectively in real-world scenarios.

If you’ve faced pushback when adopting new methods or struggled to align teams with Lean principles, this episode is for you. Learn how to turn resistance into a stepping stone for innovation and success.

🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on transforming construction practices! 🚀

Episode References:

Interrupt Buffers Blog Post link: https://www.theebfcshow.com/blog/the-interrupt-pattern-for-design-and-construction-teams/

Part 2: Fake Last Planner System with Victor Ortiz https://www.theebfcshow.com/Victor-Ortiz-LPS-Part2/ 

Part 1: Transforming Construction: Last Planner System Deep Dive with Victor Ortiz https://www.theebfcshow.com/LPS-with-Victor-part1/

Books

“Built to Fail” by Todd R. Zabelle

Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/3B78bWX

“How to Make Meetings Work!” by Michael Doyle and David Straus

Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/3RxVv0U

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LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-ortiz-671301/

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Social media and Free Lean and Scrum Training Resources at https://thefelipe.bio.link 

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Today's episode is sponsored by the Lean Construction Institute (LCI). This non-profit organization operates as a catalyst to transform the industry through Lean project delivery using an operating system centered on a common language, fundamental principles, and basic practices. Learn more at https://www.leanconstruction.org 

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