IPD METHOD AND LEAN CONSTRUCTION PRINCIPLES Sample Clauses

IPD METHOD AND LEAN CONSTRUCTION PRINCIPLES. 2.1 INTEGRATED PROJECT DELIVERY (IPD) The Parties agree that the Project objectives can be best achieved through an IPD method and principles that incorporate Lean Construction principles and tools. The IPD method is based on trust, shared risk and reward, collaborative decision-making, early involvement of the IPD Team, early definition of Project goals, intensified planning, and open communication. The Parties agree to adhere to an IPD method that incorporates Lean Construction principles and acknowledge that each Party’s success is tied directly to the success of all other members of the IPD Team. Therefore, according to the terms of this Agreement, each Party pledges to: (a) Organize and integrate their respective roles, responsibilities, and expertise; (b) Identify and align their respective expectations and objectives; (c) Commit to open communication, transparent decision-making, proactive and non-adversarial interaction, problem-solving, and sharing of ideas; (d) Continuously seek to improve the Project planning, design, and construction processes; and (e) Share both the risks and rewards associated with achieving the Project objectives.