--- title: Lean Construction Integration | NEHP description: Lean construction integration is a construction productivity solution that drives change at every level to improve the reliability of work assignments and, therefore, work flow. It borrows key tools and concepts from Lean manufacturing and applies them to relevant construction processes. --- [![Exential_logo_white_cmyk_MoSo (1)](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/1%20company%20brand%20elements/NEHP/Exential_logo_white_cmyk_MoSo%20(1).png?width=133&height=44&name=Exential_logo_white_cmyk_MoSo%20(1).png "Exential_logo_white_cmyk_MoSo (1)")](https://www.exentec.net/Services-Overview/Modular-Solutions) - [Services](https://www.exentec.net/Services-Overview/Modular-Solutions) - [Large-scale Modularization](https://www.exentec.net/Services-Overview/Modular-Solutions/Large-Scale-Modularization) - [Engineered Productivity Solutions](https://www.exentec.net/Services-Overview/Modular-Solutions/Engineered-Productivity-Solutions) - [ATF Equipment Utility Modules](https://www.exentec.net/Services-Overview/Modular-Solutions/ATF-Equipment-Modules) - [Blog](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp) # Lean Construction Integration | [What Is Lean Construction Integration?](https://info.cpsgrp.com/lean-construction-integration#WHAT_IS_LEAN_CONSTRUCTION_INTEGRATION) [How Does Lean Integration Work?](https://info.cpsgrp.com/lean-construction-integration#HOW_DOES_IT_WORK?) [What Does Lean Solve?](https://info.cpsgrp.com/lean-construction-integration#WHAT_DOES_IT_SOLVE?) [When Should Lean Be Implemented?](https://info.cpsgrp.com/lean-construction-integration#WHEN_SHOULD_IT_BE_IMPLEMENTED?) [How Should It Be Implemented?](https://info.cpsgrp.com/lean-construction-integration#HOW_SHOULD_IT_BE_IMPLEMENTED) [How Can NEHP Help?](https://info.cpsgrp.com/lean-construction-integration#HOW_CAN_NEHP_HELP?) | | --- | --- ![Large-scale modularization module.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Large-scale%20modularization%20module.png?width=421&name=Large-scale%20modularization%20module.png "Large-scale modularization module.png") # WHAT IS LEAN CONSTRUCTION INTEGRATION?   **Lean**** Integration is**** a construction productivity solution** that combines Lean Manufacturing principles with the best and most proven practices of prefabrication, preassembly, modularization, and off-site fabrication (ppmof). It is a formula for enhancing traditional EPCM and project delivery methods.   When applied to the construction industry, this formula promotes efficient and collaborative work flows among all parties in the production process, from  vendors to stakeholders. With proper delivery, lean integration can dramatically reduce operational inefficiencies, engineering redundancies, and labor and material waste while improving overall construction productivity by up to 30%.          --- HOW DOES Lean Construction Integration WORK? [![8 Wastes of Lean Downtime Infographic](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/3%20blog%20images/NEHP%20(RMF%20MIKE)/8%20Wastes%20of%20Lean%20Downtime%20Infographic.png?width=491&name=8%20Wastes%20of%20Lean%20Downtime%20Infographic.png)](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/docs/8%20Wastes%20of%20Lean%20Infographic_Downtime.png) Lean construction integration drives change at every level to improve the reliability of work assignments and, therefore, work flow. It borrows key tools and concepts from the Lean method of manufacturing - such as the [Last Planner System](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp/last-planner-system), [Value Stream Mapping](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp/why-use-value-stream-mapping), Root Cause Analysis, [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp/continuous-improvement-in-construction), [Just In Time Construction (JIT) Delivery](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp/just-in-time-jit-delivery), and Lean Construction Waste Identification to name a few - and applies these to relevant processes within the construction industry. Another major component of its success is the transfer of certain construction activities into a manufacturing environment. This not only makes it easier to apply Lean principles, but it affords gains in efficiency, control over timeline, improvements in quality, and reduces opportunity for injury and delays compared to typical field construction methods. All of these elements are then combined to yield a programmatic assault on the [8 Wastes of Lean](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp/eliminating-the-8-wastes-of-lean-part-1-defects).   ---   [![Large-scale Modularization Discovery Call CTA](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2835452/7d7d32a1-ddb0-463d-9057-55579e016290.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2835452/7d7d32a1-ddb0-463d-9057-55579e016290) WHat Does Lean Solve? **Fully integrated Lean modular programs help to solve: ** - Dysfunctional business models - Minimal or limited collaboration - Unproductive activities - Safety shortfalls - Schedule/cost overruns - Lack of skilled labor - Duplication of effort  - Underused technology - Stakeholder alignment issues    --- WHEN SHOULD Lean BE IMPLEMENTED? [![Modular process integration value chart_thumbnail.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Modular%20process%20integration%20value%20chart_thumbnail.png?width=497&name=Modular%20process%20integration%20value%20chart_thumbnail.png "Modular process integration value chart_thumbnail.png")](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Modular%20Process%20Integration%20Value%20Stages.png) Lean integration can influence positive results at almost any stage of the construction process, but the highest possible value is realized during the earliest phases of project planning. **Early Lean implementation creates more opportunities for construction productivity improvement, including:** - Improved project estimation accuracy - Improved project schedule - Proven overall cost reductions by 22% to 33% - Standardization and improved product quality - Improved job-site efficiency and safety - Optimization of manpower, skills, and training - Reduced on-site labor activities by 30% - Material management efficiencies – [Long Lead planning](https://blog.cpsgrp.com/nehp/long-lead-planning-and-construction-productivity) - Parallel production activities / multitasking - Reduced site footprint requirements - Reduced site infrastructure requirements    --- ## HOW SHOULD IT BE IMPLEMENTED? Lean implementation requires smart planning from start to finish and a commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement on every level. It is a learned behavior that is best deployed with the help of a lean advocate or champion.  **Successful Lean construction integration generally includes the following phases and procedures: ** ![FeatureIcon1.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Lean%20Construction%20Integration%20Planning%204.png?width=1024&height=682&name=Lean%20Construction%20Integration%20Planning%204.png) - **Research** & contractual learning - Mapping and **prioritization** of modular locations - Module design **review** and recommendations - Utility **coordination** - Move-in sequencing - Move-in **logistics** - Rigging & lifting **sequencing** - Rigging & lifting logistics - Project Engineers & Material Planners working with the construction teams on P&ID take-offs, **estimating**, long lead **material planning** and **scheduling ** ![FeatureIcon2.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Lean%20Construction%20Integration%20Support.png?width=1024&height=723&name=Lean%20Construction%20Integration%20Support.png) - **On-site technical support** - Modelers and Engineers support on design deliverables, component selections, tool platform standardization, early submittals, RFIs, and BIM refinement as required - **Project schedule integration** **support** for all stakeholders - **Material supply management** - Utilizing customer and industry preferred vendors and approved suppliers  ![FeatureIcon3.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Lean%20Integrated%20Project%20Delivery%202.png?width=1024&height=892&name=Lean%20Integrated%20Project%20Delivery%202.png) - **Balancing** secure inventory with JIT delivery and consignment stocking to meet deliveries  - **Loading** of modules for delivery to site  - Shrink wrapping if required - **Shipping** modules to site – typically flatbed truck - **QA/QC management** at integration facility and post delivery - **Safety** management - **Documentation** management - On-site **installation** with local companies   --- ### HOW CAN NEHP HELP? We are fully immersed in the construction industry and we understand the tectonic shifts currently under way. We have mastered **key success factors** from years of experience in complex construction, engineering and manufacturing applications including semiconductor, bio-pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing and research facility projects. **We can help because we combine our experience and knowledge with the following:** ![FeatureIcon1.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Modular%20process%20integration%20education.png?width=320&height=279&name=Modular%20process%20integration%20education.png) - **Educating**, leveraging, and developing modular skills - **Establishing clear roles** and responsibilities - Pre-construction alignment - Upfront performance alignment - **Transparency **across all teams   - Training and nurturing for continuous **lean**** mentality **and behavior adoption ![FeatureIcon2.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Modular%20process%20integration%20collaboration.png?width=320&height=279&name=Modular%20process%20integration%20collaboration.png) - **Team commitment** to early project engagement - **Aligning efforts** and filling gaps between design and construction - **Shared experience and creativity** in understanding project weaknesses, strengths, risks, and challenges - **Shared savings & incentives ** - Support “total team” behavior commitment to change ![FeatureIcon3.png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Modular%20process%20integration%20action.png?width=320&height=279&name=Modular%20process%20integration%20action.png) - **Optimal interfacing** of people, processes, materials, equipment, and information. - **Applying best practices** for prefabrication, preassembly, modularization, and off-site fabrication (PPMOF) - **Proactive management** and effective performance measurement - Use of interoperable advanced **tools****and technology**; Building Information Modeling (BIM), Revit, etc.   ---   - ![BIM to FAB (B2f).png](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/3D%20BIM%20to%20FAB%20(B2f).png "BIM to FAB (B2f).png") Conceptual to design - ![Utility modules assembled in central integration facility.](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Lean%20Construction%20Integration%203.jpg "Utility modules assembled in central integration facility.") Pre-delivery utility module organization - ![Lean Construction Integration Facility 5.jpg](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Lean%20Construction%20Integration%20Facility%205.jpg "Lean Construction Integration Facility 5.jpg") Utility modules ready for delivery - ![Lean Construction Integration 7.jpg](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Lean%20Construction%20Integration%207.jpg "Lean Construction Integration 7.jpg") Modular efficiency in action - ![Module delivery to fab.jpg](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20images%20and%20logos/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/Module%20delivery%20to%20fab.jpg "Module delivery to fab.jpg") Site delivery and installation ---   [![Large-scale Modularization Discovery Call CTA](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2835452/1eb38cda-4915-45cc-b3ef-68016bbebe5a.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2835452/1eb38cda-4915-45cc-b3ef-68016bbebe5a) --- ![FullBleed.jpg](https://info.cpsgrp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CPSGrp_Feb2017/_Home/2%20landing%20page%20headers/NEHP%20(RMF%20Mike)/NEHP%20Process%20Piping%20Modules.png?width=2500&height=598&name=NEHP%20Process%20Piping%20Modules.png) - [Home](https://www.nehp.com/) - [About Us](https://www.nehp.com/about.php) - [Products](https://www.nehp.com/PSA_ModularProcessUtilitiest.php) - [Contact Us](https://www.nehp.com/map.php) © 2026 Exyte Technology & Services