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The Hidden Tracks That Can Derail Your Project
Every construction project runs on "tracks" the zones your trades flow through. Get those tracks wrong, and you'll face delays, bottlenecks, and frustrated crews. In this episode, Jason Schroeder breaks down the three biggest zone constraints that silently sabotage project flow:
Wrong number of zones: too big, too small, or too many buffers.
Ignoring physical constraints: access points, hoists, elevators, and comeback areas.
Misshaped or complex zones: bottlenecks that kill momentum.
You'll learn how to design zones with the TACT calculator, plan for first and second passes, and level your zones by work density (not just square footage). Think of it like building a railroad you can't just send a train across the country without first clearing terrain, blasting mountains, and laying smooth tracks.
If you want predictable flow, smoother handoffs, and projects that finish strong, this episode is your blueprint.
Stop guessing at zones start designing tracks your trades can actually build on. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).
Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:
· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg
· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt
· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured
· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw
By Jason Schroeder4.9
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The Hidden Tracks That Can Derail Your Project
Every construction project runs on "tracks" the zones your trades flow through. Get those tracks wrong, and you'll face delays, bottlenecks, and frustrated crews. In this episode, Jason Schroeder breaks down the three biggest zone constraints that silently sabotage project flow:
Wrong number of zones: too big, too small, or too many buffers.
Ignoring physical constraints: access points, hoists, elevators, and comeback areas.
Misshaped or complex zones: bottlenecks that kill momentum.
You'll learn how to design zones with the TACT calculator, plan for first and second passes, and level your zones by work density (not just square footage). Think of it like building a railroad you can't just send a train across the country without first clearing terrain, blasting mountains, and laying smooth tracks.
If you want predictable flow, smoother handoffs, and projects that finish strong, this episode is your blueprint.
Stop guessing at zones start designing tracks your trades can actually build on. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).
Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:
· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg
· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt
· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured
· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

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