Research Papers

Dr. Bhargav Dave, Lauri Koskela, Mike Kagioglou, Sven Bertelsen

Integrating People, Process, and ICT within Construction Projects

Despite years of research, innovation and adoption of construction technologies, the construction industry continues to face challenges like productivity and coordination. Technology alone cannot resolve fragmentation; ICT systems must be integrated with operational processes and the human systems that execute them.

5 Recurrent Problems in Implementing Last Planner® System

The Last Planner® System (LPS) is one of the most popular lean construction tools for production management. This paper identifies 5 key recurring challenges and explores how VisiLean addresses each.

Takt Planning 101

Free beginner’s guide / eBook on Takt Planning in construction. Learn how to define Takt zones, build Takt Trains, and implement real-time Takt control with practical examples and visual guides.

Rethinking Data Centre Construction: 2025 Industry Report

Industry report on how global demand for data centres is rising rapidly, driven by cloud computing, AI, IoT, and 5G. Traditional planning methods fall short. Covers how Lean construction principles and digital collaboration platforms manage delivery at scale.

Dr. Bhargav Dave

The Digital Transformation of Big Rooms: ViBR and VisiLean

Explores how the Virtual Big Room (ViBR) concept enhances construction efficiency with digital tools, BIM, and Lean principles. Covers the transition from physical Big Rooms to virtual co-location spaces.