Ep.1420 - The Last Planner®️ System - Part 3

If you’ve ever struggled with making construction schedules truly reliable, this episode is a must-listen. Jason continues his series on the Last Planner System with a deep dive into the 2020 Benchmark, breaking down what’s working, what’s missing, and where the industry needs to head next.

From field engineering as the backbone of quality and safety, to the real meaning of reliable promises, Jason unpacks how detailed task breakdowns, constraint removal, and full-kit readiness set the stage for project success. He also shares insights on:

• Why lookahead planning is more than just a meeting, it’s a commitment to roadblock-free work.

• How Percent Plan Complete (PPC) can mislead you, and the better metric you should be tracking.

• Why integration with Takt planning and flow-based work packaging is essential for the next generation of Last Planner.

• The Benchmark’s push for target value delivery, adaptability, and continuous learning.

This isn’t theory, it’s practical, battle-tested insight designed for builders who want to lead with clarity, reliability, and flow.

If you’re ready to level up your planning game and see how Last Planner ties directly to Takt and real project delivery, hit play now.

 

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Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw