Friday, February 5, 2016

LeanCx 404 | The Art of Commissioning | Lean Lab Workshop






In “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” by Robert Pirsig we learn that taking the roads less travelled is infinitely more rewarding that sticking with tradition. In this book that is an inquiry into values and quality we discover an import truth that applies to the commissioning process.


Until it is Tested the Design is not True


We know this statement to be true as in a recent survey we found out that buildings are still guzzling energy and operators are extremely stressed having to deal with buildings “full of half dead zombie controls that arise in the night.” The result of not properly implementing the commissioning process.

Commissioning for lean projects (LeanCx) requires a new whole way of thinking. We need to expand the Little Black Box and make commissioning a collaborative team effort that is disciplined in eliminating waste, proactive in workflow planning and committed to getting to the finish line early. (Done is Done)




Lean Cx Workshop



By integrating quality control into the building process through commissioning we can improve the quality of designs and construction and prevent the mirage of change notices and rework that result from incomplete designs and turnover of systems that have never been completed or tested to verify performance.

By taking a proactive approach we can demonstrate commissioning creates value. Less rework and call-backs for contractors leading to higher profit, achieving energy savings early and getting what was paid for the Owner and less risk of non-performance for designers.


In this workshop we develop the business case, train you on the LeanCx process and apply the process to a project. 





  • Establish a Business Case for adopting LeanCx
  • Review Lean principles and practices
  • Explain the difference between technical and process commissioning
  • How to Expand the Little Black Box called Commissioning
  • Develop a Lean Commissioning Plan
  • How to Implement a Disciplined Testing Program 
  • How to Manage the Team using Discipline and Accountability

If you are interested in learning how to get your projects completed early, please contact Murray Guy for information about a work shop.

Contact  .... Murray Guy aka @Lean_tobe_Green | mguy@i-designs.ca

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Commissioning Services:  Integrated Designs
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