Yesterday I showed my friend Marcus something I’ve been building.Not a building — though that’s still my day job.I showed him my Mission Control.He stared at the screen for a minute and said,“Wait… this i…
By Victor OrtizI have always been interested in Psychology – the study of the human mind. Early in my career, I learned this important truism: Success and failure in life are the result of the solutions we choose to deploy. Life's challeng…
Stop Guessing How Fast Your Team Is Moving — Start Measuring ItInspired by Mike Cohn's work on velocity at Mountain Goat Software. Translated for the jobsite by Felipe Engineer-Manriquez.If I asked you right now, "How fast is your projec…
You can’t automate chaos. You systematize first — then you accelerate.I was talking to my son Noah the other morning about bookkeeping. And it hit me how far this journey has come.This isn’t a hypothetical AI story. This is rea…
I’ve been in construction long enough to watch a perfectly color-coded Gantt chart crumble on contact with reality. We’ve all been there. The schedule looks beautiful. The baseline is locked. The client is nodding. And then Week Two happ…
A 26-Day Experiment in Lean Systems ThinkingOn January 23, 2026, I started an experiment.Not because I’m fascinated with AI.Not because I felt behind.Not because I wanted to chase the latest tool.I started because I feel responsible.…
The Chiles Method: How to Build a 5S Improvement Kata Scrum BoardBy Mike Chiles | EBFC Scrum Community of Practice | February 19, 2026I've been using Scrum for a while now, and one thing that kept hitting me was how much it overlaps with lea…
Learn what over 30 years of LPS implementation failures taught Victor Ortiz, and how to avoid them on your project.If you've ever struggled to implement the Last Planner System on your projects — or wondered why your "LPS" doesn't feel lik…
One Hour That Changed EverythingA Construction Scrum Coaching StoryAdam called me with a problem I hear all the time.He runs three landscape construction crews. Good people. Hard workers. Jobs getting done. But something felt off."I'm doing …
So far, I've lived 2,396 weeks. I reflected. I crunched the numbers.It turns out, 80% of my life has been spent working.My first job?Before I even turned 10, weekend shifts starting at age 9, according to my Social Security statements. …
Inspired by real stories from Construction Scrum…and how you can too—starting today.In my book Construction Scrum, I share the surprising truth that helped me—and thousands of others—get off the hamster wheel of 100-hour w…
Disclaimer: This blog post was generated with the assistance of ChatGPT, based on the content from The EBFC Show podcast episode featuring Marcus Turner.Unlocking the Power of AI in Construction with Marcus TurnerIn the latest episode of The EBF…
Discover, Connect, and Grow at the Lean Construction Institute CongressFrom the moment I first stepped into the Lean Construction Institute Congress, I knew this wasn't just another industry event. It was the beginning of what would become one of …
In my journey as a Scrum Master and working closely with design and construction teams, I've encountered a myriad of challenges that are all too familiar in our industry. A recent query during one of my Scrum Master training sessions struck a chord …
A lo largo de mi carrera, frecuentemente he estado involucrado en proyectos que buscan objetivos de sostenibilidad como la certificación LEED (Liderazgo en Energía y Diseño Ambiental) en Estados Unidos. La última parte de…
Welcome to a new era of construction project management, where the Scrum framework and the Happiness Metric are transforming the industry from the ground up. If you're unfamiliar with Scrum, it's a flexible, collaborative approach initially develope…
In the fast-paced world of design and construction, project managers play a crucial role in ensuring successful project outcomes. However, becoming an effective leader in this industry comes with its own set of challenges. To shed light on this topi…
As a Scrum Master, author, and parent, I've often been asked whether Scrum is only for professional teams and complex projects. My answer? Absolutely not. To illustrate, I'd like to share a story about my middle school-aged son. He recently took a c…
In my recent interview with Kevin Dobson, the founder of Capital College and Career Academy (CCCA) in Sacramento, California, I was inspired by the institution's commitment to equipping young people with tangible skills for successful careers. Here …
As a construction professional, I understand the critical role that effective communication plays in the success of a project. That's why I was thrilled to have the opportunity to interview James Gable, a seasoned consortium superintendent, on our p…
The construction industry is one of the most important sectors of our economy, with numerous opportunities for career growth and development. However, many students may not be aware of the vast career options available to them. That's where th…
Steve B. Martin is a wholly genuine process engineer and respected leader in lean/continuous improvement. In this podcast episode, we explored the vital role that respect for people plays in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.…
If you're looking for ways to improve processes, communication, and personal growth, look no further than Lean principles. And who better to learn from than Jake Harrell, Director of Lean Transformation in the food processing industry? In this episo…
In the design and construction industry, teams often struggle with interruptions and distractions that can hinder productivity and progress. When I survey construction professionals about how often and how long they are interrupted, the answers are …