Why Construction Needs to Act Like a Satnav: Ali Mafi on Time, Flow, and Project Success (EP 196)

In this episode, Paul is joined by Ali Mafi, a project management expert with over 200 construction projects. Ali shares his insights on how adopting a continuous flow approach and rethinking time management can revolutionise construction project delivery.

🔍 Key Topics:

• Batch Processing vs. Continuous Flow: Why traditional batch processing causes inefficiencies and how a flow-based system can accelerate projects and improve quality.
• The Satnav Approach to Time: Ali explains how focusing on elapsed time, like a satnav, can enhance project monitoring and reduce delays.
• Cost Reduction Through Early Completion: Ali reveals how finishing projects ahead of schedule leads to significant cost savings and why this strategy is often overlooked.

🎧 Takeaways:

• Strategies to transition from batch processing to a flow-based approach.
• How valuing time differently can improve project outcomes.

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