What is Last Planner System?

The Last Planner System (LPS) is a production planning system designed to produce predictable workflow and rapid learning in project-based production. It involves a collaborative planning process among project participants, particularly those directly responsible for carrying out the work (the 'last planners'). It typically includes processes like master scheduling, phase planning, lookahead planning, weekly work planning, and learning through daily huddles and plan-do-check-adjust (PDCA) cycles. The goal is to improve project reliability and efficiency by increasing commitment, transparency, and accountability among team members.