System Integration
Over Silos
Construction, like manufacturing, must operate as a unified system rather than isolated silos. Current project delivery methods fail to address this fragmentation.
Our inspiration comes from the work of W. Edwards Deming. Deming, a physicist and statistician, helped transform manufacturing through his management philosophy and systems theory, which are equally applicable to construction. Deming's famous assertion, "Lack of Knowledge - that is the problem," underscores the core mission of CATALYST. We provide construction's first Deming-based Knowledge System, that is essential to accurately predicting outcomes and then steering projects to successful results.
Building CATALYST is dedicated to enhancing the construction industry by integrating advanced knowledge systems and innovative processes to reduce waste, improve quality, and ensure optimal outcomes.
Construction, like manufacturing, must operate as a unified system rather than isolated silos. Current project delivery methods fail to address this fragmentation.
Inspired by Deming's innovations, we are bent toward data-driven strategies to eliminate defects (waste) to achieve measurable quality and process improvement.
Our goal is to facilitate the re-alignment of financial motivation of the owner, architect, and builder to achieve excellence and true collaboration.
The innovations showcased on this site are grounded in four interconnected concepts from Deming's systems thinking and the Toyota Production System
Provides unbiased baseline predictions using market average data from various sources.
Facilitates rapid scenario modeling to narrow down viable solutions.
Streamlines the building process through five principles: Sort, Systematize, Shine (declutter), Standardize, and Sustain.
Balances the capabilities of computers and technical professionals for end-to-end process efficiency.
To learn more about the inspiration behind Building Catalyst, start here: Explore the connection between systems thinking and W. Edwards Deming’s Theory of Profound Knowledge.
