A lean approach to housing - for improved productivity and better utilisation of limited resources

Constructing Excellence is the single organisation charged with driving the change agenda in construction. We exist to improve industry performance in order to produce a better built environment. We are a cross-sector, cross-supply chain, member led organisation operating for the good of industry and its stakeholders. Nine regional centres and thirty best practice clubs make us the leading movement for change in the built environment.Since 2016 we have been part of the Building Research Establishment enabling us to tap into a knowledge base with a worldwide reputation. For more information about CE Manchester and how to join visitwww.cemanchester.org.uk

Constructing Excellence Manchester

<P CLASS="MsoNormal">The Farmer Review highlighted the issue of workforce and skill shortages, now at a record high, and this was recently echoed by the Federation of Master Builders who expressed particular concerns about Brexit. If we are to deliver the housing target of 300,000 pa with the same or reduced workforce and skills we need to make radical changes in what and how we deliver. The adoption of Lean Construction is going to be essential. Our speakers will explain the challenges and opportunities this represents, discussing both the supporting evidence and the practical solutions to achieving this on a large scale.  </P>