Lean Culture for the Construction Industry
Building Responsible and Committed Project Teams
Gary Santorella
Interactive Consulting, Fountain Hills, Arizona, USA
ISBN: 978-1-4398-3508-1, December 2010, 267 pp.
Written by a veteran in the construction field, this reference is among the first to
address the direct application of Lean initiatives to this specific industry. It uniquely
addresses people issues in terms of productivity and waste by applying behavioral
psychology principles at a tactical level. The author expands the notion of ethics
beyond the simple litmus test of right and wrong so team leaders can adopt proper
professional and diplomatic attitudes and behaviors toward the implementation
of Lean improvements. Stories and practical examples are included to better aid
construction professionals in relating to and applying principles.