@inproceedings{Swain2000_124, author = {Swain, Brian and Martin, Jeff}, title = {Applying Lean Thinking Principles in the UK Roofing and Cladding Industry}, booktitle = {8th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction}, year = {2000}, address = {Brighton, UK}, url = {https://www.iglc.net/papers/details/124}, abstract = {Through the description of a case study, which comprises a number of lean transformation projects, this paper discusses an approach to the implementation of lean thinking principles and techniques within the roofing and cladding tributary of a construction value stream – from inquiry through estimation, contract, design, fabrication, materials delivery and site management to installation.}, keywords = {Lean Thinking, value stream analysis, current and future state maps, lean transformation policy deployment}, }