Standardized work has been widely used in manufacturing. Its application has brought positive results in terms of productivity and process stability. In construction, the adoption of this type of standardization is still incipient, and most applications so far are partial. Consequently, there is not enough knowledge about effective ways of adapting this concept into the construction context, which could bring significant results, as observed in manufacturing. The aim of this paper is to propose a method to apply standardize work in the construction context. Two exploratory case studies were conducted, in different types of activities: ceramic floor tiles and Franki piles execution. The proposed method is an adaptation of an existing method for applying standardized that has been used in manufacturing. The conclusion was made that this method can be effectively adapted to the construction context, providing a structured analysis focused on resources optimization. The study main contribution is to provide evidence on the applicability of standardized work in the construction industry, encouraging the practical application of this concept, and further research studies on this topic.
Standardized work; Lean thinking; Standardization; Production management
