#1. LEAN FM & LEAN Construction require more time and cost more.

FALSE: Traditional methods such as design-bid-build and even design-build, are wasteful and cost more in the long run than Integrated Project Delivery (for new construction) and Job Order Contracting (JOC) for renovation, repair, and minor new construction. Life-cycle costs are reduced by LEAN methods, as are procurement costs. LEAN methods also significantly reduce project delivery times and improve overall satisfaction for all participants.

#2. LEAN FM & LEAN Construction are difficult to implement.

FALSE: While LEAN methods do require a certain amount of change management with an associated shift to a focus upon collaboration and mutually beneficial outcomes, as well as leadership on the part of the real property owner, and competence of all service providers, tools, training, and consulting are readily available.

#3. All suppliers, tools, consultants and approaches to LEAN FM & LEAN Construction are the same.

FALSE: Do your homework! Tools, suppliers, and consultants must be independent, objective, and focused upon providing the best value for the client. Do not purchase IPD or JOC services that are based upon compensating the supplier by a total percentage of the construction volume. This is expensive and can lead to compliance issues, as well as set the landscape for improprieties.

#4. LEAN Facilities Management and LEAN Construction Delivery Methods are new.

FALSE: LEAN methods have been successfully practices for decades and have proven to consistently deliver over 90% of projects on-time, on-budget, and to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders.

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