LCiSectoralVisionDocumentJune2021

LCi Vision for the Irish Construction Sector Page 6 of 14 ©Lean Construction Ireland 2021 2. LCi Client Forum 2.1. Client Forum Purpose The purpose of the LCi Client Forum is to provide lead advocacy for the adoption of Lean thinking and practices throughout the Irish construction sector, and to drive, enable, and sustain the requisite sectoral transformation and continuous improvement. The LCi Client Forum will achieve this through providing an inclusive, representative, collaborative, and collegial environment wherein Lean Construction thought leadership, best practices, and industry standards are nurtured, championed, and deployed. The LCi Client Forum encompasses public and private capital project clients, their professional services providers (PSP), and other relevant contributors. 2.2. Client Forum Strategy Phases The Client Forum Strategy encompasses three key phases across 2019-2023. Phase I: Q4-2019 through Q4-2021 – Strategic Alignment Phase  Lean in Procurement & Contractual Processes i. Researched various contract models and global best practices, and presented at LCi Conference. ii. Commenced scoping the various Lean in procurement and contractual processes options, models, templates, and language.  Lean and Enterprise Excellence Maturity Assessment Model i. Researched maturity models globally and across various sectors. ii. Commenced scoping of Irish construction sector maturity model.  List of Ideal Behaviours i. Researched approaches to behaviours across various organisations/sectors. ii. Commenced scoping of sectoral data gathering instrument.  Public Sector Client Summary of Lean Thinking and Practices i. Documented Lean initiatives implemented on public projects. ii. Planning key stakeholder engagement.  Strategy to Engage Contractors & Associated Supply Chain i. Scoped communications strategy and approach.