Lean Construction Pivot Strategies: A Sri Lankan Perspective

Abstract

This study explores the effectiveness of Lean Construction practices within Sri Lanka’s building construction sector, addressing the need to overcome barriers that hinder successful implementation. Although global literature highlights multiple benefits of lean principles, the Sri Lankan construction industry faces significant challenges due to limited awareness and familiarity with these methods creating a clear research gap. To assess the applicability and impact of Lean tools, the study employed both
quantitative and qualitative approaches, with statistical analyses conducted using SPSS. Findings reveal that several tools such as 5S, Visualization, Just-In-Time (JIT), Total Quality Management (TQM), and Value-Based Management (VBM) are suitable for local adoption. Among these, Visualization proved most effective in enhancing project quality, cost control, and time efficiency. The results emphasize the importance of education and training initiatives to promote broader lean adoption and realize its full
potential in improving Sri Lankan construction performance.