Strategic excellence in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries
Subtitle: how AEC firms can develop and execute strategy using lean Six Sigma
By: Gerhard Plenert, Joshua J. Plenert
Contributors: Plenert, Joshua J., author
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 229
ISBN-13: 9781138478855
Subjects: Engineering; Management; Six sigma (Quality control standard); Construction industry; Architectural firms
Notes: "A Productivity Press book."

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Strategic excellence; title: Phase I: Analyze: Diving deep into current conditions; title: Introduction to analyze; title: Visioning & scenario planning; title: Internal analysis; title: External analysis; title: Phase II: Define: Establishing the best path to the ideal future state; title: Introduction to define; title: Shingo guiding principles; title: Establishing a direction; title: Objectives; title: Metrics; title: Action items & goals; title: Strategy map; title: Phase III. Execute: Engaging and aligning the organization; title: Introduction to execute; title: Cascading; title: Governance; title: Reporting; title: Engagement; title: Onboarding; title: Communication; title: Phase IV: Refine: Stimulating continuous improvement through cultural vitality; title: Introduction to refine; title: Problem solving; title: Lean, six sigma & TPS; title: Shingo; title: Breakthrough thinking; title: Leadership and strategic excellence; title: Conclusion; title: References; title: Index.