33rd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC 33) - Osaka and Kyoto, Japan - 2025

https://doi.org/10.24928/2025/0283

Lean Project Management From the Perspective of Enterprise Architecture

Eric Forcael1, Adrián Burgos2, Edison Atencio3, Felipe Muñoz-La Rivera4 & Reinaldo Valdebenito5

1Professor, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad San Sebastián, Concepción 4081339, Chile; [email protected], orcid.org/0000-0002-3036-4329
2Deputy Manager of Engineering Specialties and Director of BIM projects, Pares & Álvarez Engineering, Consulting Division, Concepción 4602915, Chile; [email protected]
3Assistant Professor, School of Civil Engineering, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Valparaíso 2362804, Chile; [email protected], orcid.org/0000-0002-2679-5839
4Assistant Professor, School of Civil Engineering, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Valparaíso 2362804, Chile; [email protected], orcid.org/0000-0002-6674-2168
5Lecturer, Department of Construction and Risk Prevention, Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María, Concepción 4603255, Chile; [email protected], orcid.org/0009-0003-8384-032X

Abstract

Modern Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) projects require integrated approaches for efficiency and sustainability. Lean Construction (LC) optimizes processes and minimizes waste, but cultural resistance and limited stakeholder engagement hinder its adoption. Enterprise Architecture (EA) aligns strategies with technological and operational processes, enhancing decision-making and resource use. This study examines the combined impact of LC and EA on project outcomes, utilizing practices, developing strategies, and validating findings through a focus group at a large engineering firm. Results indicate that integrating these frameworks improves project coordination, reduces inefficiencies, and fosters continuous improvement, despite challenges like resistance to change and training gaps. The study highlights interdisciplinary approaches that unite technology, processes, and people. Combining LC with a robust EA framework enhances collaboration, agility, and alignment, promoting sustainable innovation in the AEC sector.

Keywords

Lean Construction, Enterprise Architecture, Project Management, AEC industry.

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Forcael, E., Burgos, A., Atencio, E., Rivera, F. M. & Valdebenito, R.. (2025). Lean Project Management From the Perspective of Enterprise Architecture. In Seppänen, O., Koskela, L., & Murata , K. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 33rd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC 33) (pp. 234–245). https://doi.org/10.24928/2025/0283

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Forcael, E., Burgos, A., Atencio, E., Rivera, F. M. & Valdebenito, R.. (2025). Lean Project Management From the Perspective of Enterprise Architecture. IGLC33. https://doi.org/10.24928/2025/0283

 

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