March 1, 2023

Have Fun in Construction using Scrum & Takt with Sindre Gundersen

Sindre Gundersen knows firsthand the frustration of traditional design and construction methods. He realized that there had to be a better way. With its adaptable approach, Scrum is helping Sindre revolutionize the industry in Norway and beyond. Sind...

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Sindre Gundersen knows firsthand the frustration of traditional design and construction methods. He realized that there had to be a better way. With its adaptable approach, Scrum is helping Sindre revolutionize the industry in Norway and beyond. Sindre is passionate about implementing more fun project delivery. With his training from Felipe Engineer-Manriquez, Sindre introduces Scrum to even the most skeptical teams with a successful adoption. He firmly believes that work should be enjoyable and that projects should include learning and growth. Join Sindre in embracing the power of Scrum to push the construction industry towards easier and better ways of working.

 

Are you in the construction industry and want to learn more about how Scrum and Agile can help streamline your projects? Look no further than this podcast episode, where Felipe and Sindre dive into the benefits of Scrum in construction. They discuss how Agile frees you from the constraints of traditional project management and how Scrum is a lightweight framework that enables flow to happen daily. They also share their experiences implementing Scrum in construction projects and discuss the challenges and benefits of using agile methods.

 

Sindre emphasizes the importance of creating a value-oriented mindset from the start of the project, breaking away from traditional linear thinking, and implementing iterations and prototyping to save money and minimize waste. Felipe adds that involving the building owner in the decision-making process is crucial, and keeping waste to a minimum is essential to produce something that will actually be used.

 

In a traditional design, bid, build project, the job finished successfully using Scrum, the Last Planner System, and Takt, half a month ahead of schedule. Communication and collaboration among team members encourage is essential. This podcast episode is a must-listen if you’re looking to streamline your construction projects and improve collaboration.

 

Connect with Sindre Gundersen

LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sindregundersen/ 

Website at https://www.xpro.as/ 

Contech Norway https://www.youtube.com/@contechnorway9222 

 

Connect with Felipe via

Social media and Free Lean and Scrum Training Resources at https://thefelipe.bio.link 

RSM Podia Course Link: https://store.theebfcshow.com/rsm 

Subscribe on YouTube to never miss new videos here: https://rb.gy/q5vaht 

 

 

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Today’s episode is sponsored by Bosch RefinemySite. It’s a cloud-based construction platform. Bosch uses Lean principles to enable your entire team, from owners to trade contractors – to plan, communicate, document, and execute in real-time. It’s the digital tool that supports the Last Planner System® process and puts it all together in one simple, collaborative ecosystem. Bosch RefinemySite empowers your team, builds trust, creates a culture of responsibility, and enhances communication. Learn more and Try for free at https://www.bosch-refinemysite.us/tryforfree 

 

 

Today's episode is sponsored by the Lean Construction Institute (LCI). This non-profit organization operates as a catalyst to transform the industry through Lean project delivery using an operating system centered on a common language, fundamental principles, and basic practices. Learn more at https://www.leanconstruction.org 

 

 

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