Title Implementing Last Planner : Tunnel Construction Project
Authors Kim, Yong-Woo ; Jang, Jin-Woo
Page pp.146-153
ISSN 1229-7534
Keywords The Last Planner ; Lean Construction ; Shielding Process ; PPC
Abstract The Last Planner(LP), of which the goal is to improve work-flow reliability, has recently been introduced in Korea. It is found that some contractors have made efforts on applying the Last Planner to their projects. However, they face difficulties for a variety of reasons.
This paper presents the case study results on Korean heavy civil projects, along with descriptions of the ways that the Last Planner was applied, and how the work flow reliability was improved. It also discusses the prerequisites and barriers to implementation of the Last Planner in applying heavy civil construction projects in Korea. The results can be used as a reference for companies to improve their work flow reliability for future projects.