Analyzing the Empire State Building Project from the Perspective of Lean Delivery System—A Descriptive Case Study

Ghosh, Somik; Robson, Kenneth

doi:10.1080/15578771.2015.1059395

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“…Furthermore, the third phase is the lean supply phase, which consists of transforming the conceptual design to detailed engineering documents such as components fabrication and logistics of deliveries. The last phase is the lean assembly phase, which begins with the delivery of materials, tools, labor or other components to the project is finished and handed over to the client [38]. Under the umbrella of collaborative delivery methods also comes alliances and partnering in which project alliancing is a delivery method that allows the owner and other participants to work together as an integrated and collaborative team with faith and trust to manage risks jointly and share the project outcome in the end.…”

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Critical Review of the Evolution of Project Delivery Methods in the Construction Industry

Ahmed

El-Sayegh

2020

Buildings

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Selecting the appropriate project delivery method (PDM) is a very significant managerial decision that impacts the success of construction projects. This paper provides a critical review of related literature on the evolution of project delivery methods, selection methods and selection criteria over the years and their suitability in the construction industry of today’s world. The literature review analysis has concluded that project delivery methods evolve at a slower rate compared to the evolution of the construction industry. The paper also suggests features of an evolved project delivery method that is digitally integrated, people-centered, and sustainability-focused. Moreover, the paper highlights the latest selection criteria such as risk, health and wellbeing, sustainability goals and technological innovations. Furthermore, the paper concluded that advanced artificial intelligence techniques are yet to be exploited to develop a smart decision support model that will assist clients in selecting the most appropriate delivery method for successful project completion. Additionally, the paper presents a framework that illustrates the relationship between the different PDM variables needed to harmonize with the construction industry. Last, but not least, the paper fills a gap in the literature as it covers a different perspective in the field of project delivery methods. The paper also provides recommendations and future research ideas.

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Critical Review of the Evolution of Project Delivery Methods in the Construction Industry

Ahmed

El-Sayegh

2020

Buildings

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“…Thus, the concept could have been available at the time of the ESB project, but appears to have been ignored or deemed unfit for the project. Instead, participants seemed to go with a form of Lean construction (Ghosh & Robson, 2015), or flow approach (Sacks & Partouche, 2010) although neither of these approaches appeared to have been invented at the time (Scherrer-Rathje et al, 2009).…”

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“…Sacks and Partouche (2010) characterized the approach in terms of various flows. Ghosh and Robson (2015), on the other hand, discussed the project in terms of a Lean project delivery system. Either, or both, could be considered appropriate in terms of present thinking.…”

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Revisiting the construction of the Empire State Building: Have we forgotten something?

Jacobsson

Wilson

2018

Business Horizons

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What's past is prologue. Or is it? 40% under budget and 25% faster than anticipated! The construction of the Empire State Building (ESB) was not only the fastest erection of a skyscraper ever, but the construction company that took on the job allegedly began with no equipment or supplies that would be adequate for the job. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget. Instead of 18 months as anticipated, it only took 1 year and 45 days. The costs totaled $24.7 million instead of the estimated $43 million. So, we ask, how was this possible and is there something we can learn from it? Based on a review of existing literature describing the history and construction of the ESB, we outline strategic, operational, and contextual based explanations to what appears to be a truly successful megaproject. We illustrate how, for example, inspiration from Henry Ford's assembly line technique, the uniqueness of the logistics during the construction period, the economic decline of the Depression, and early ideas of concurrent engineering and fast-track construction, enabled the success. Our conclusion is that there are lessons to be learned in going back to basics.

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“…It uses visual or other signals to detect and prevent errors in processes with the aim of achieving zero defects (Tommelein, 2008). Work Structuring -It is a fundamental form of planning which determines what work must be done, who would be best suited to execute it and when they should be doing it (Ghosh & Robson, 2015). Work Standardization-It is the extensive use of successful practices or procedures in a regular, repetitive manner (Alistair G.F. Gibb & Frank Isack, 2001).…”

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“…Supporting Evidence -Work structuring was implemented in the fast tracking of Empire State Building. Ghosh & Robson (2015) states that the work structuring applied to this project facilitated predictable workflow.…”

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Exploring the Synergy Between Lean Construction and Flash Track Implementation

Pishdad-Bozorgi¹,

Kumar²

EPiC Series in Built Environment

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Speed-driven projects require extensive planning and coordination for their successful execution within the specified time and cost. With an increasing demand for flash track execution, more efficient ways for project implementation is needed. Lean construction is having a profound impact on the construction industry, which is perceived to be suffering from cost and schedule overruns. This review paper investigates the use of various lean tools and principles in flash track projects and if there is any synergy between lean and flash track projects to improve productivity and schedule performance. Through rationalizations and with the help of case studies and theoretical evidence found in literature, eleven lean tools and eight lean principles have been analyzed for their synergy with flash track construction. The results indicate that all except one lean tool (Just in Time) and one lean principle (reduce inventory) facilitate successful implementation of flash track project.

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Analyzing the Empire State Building Project from the Perspective of Lean Delivery System—A Descriptive Case Study

Cited by 7 publications

References 3 publications

Critical Review of the Evolution of Project Delivery Methods in the Construction Industry

Critical Review of the Evolution of Project Delivery Methods in the Construction Industry

Revisiting the construction of the Empire State Building: Have we forgotten something?

Exploring the Synergy Between Lean Construction and Flash Track Implementation

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