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The Planning Fallacy (ft. Micah Piippo)

⏱️ 38:29 🎤 Tyler Campbell, Eddie Campbell, Micah Piippo
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The Planning Fallacy (ft. Micah Piippo)
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  • 0:00
    Welcome & Introduction
    Tyler and Eddie Campbell introduce the episode and their guest, Micah Piippo, who shares his eclectic career background in scheduling.
  • 3:41
    Micah's Background in Scheduling
    Micah Piippo recounts how he 'fell into' a career in scheduling, highlighting the lack of formal education paths and the diverse experiences that lead people to this field.
  • 10:14
    Qualities of a Good Scheduler
    Micah discusses the various talents required for a successful scheduling career, from general curiosity to analytical skills, and the many different specializations within the field.
  • 15:53
    Innovations in Scheduling
    Micah details new technologies and approaches transforming scheduling, such as progress capture methods and advanced compute using large language models and machine learning.
  • 20:15
    Common Project Pain Points
    Micah identifies key frustrations in construction projects, including incomplete designs, the industry's undervaluation of scheduling, and the lack of internal planning programs at many GCs.
  • 26:41
    The Planning Fallacy
    Micah explains the planning fallacy and its impact on project timelines, advocating for data-driven forecasting and breaking down large tasks into smaller, more manageable scopes.
  • 44:50
    Megaphone Question: Micah's Message
    Micah shares his advice for the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of advocating for others, finding the good in people's work, and adopting a long-term planning mindset.

Speakers

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Tyler Campbell
Host
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Eddie Campbell
Host
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Micah Piippo
Schedule and Integration Manager for Intel

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize complete design before construction begins; investing more time upfront in thorough planning (e.g., an extra four months on a 12-month project) can significantly reduce overall project duration and costs.

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Embrace curiosity and continuous learning in scheduling; given the lack of formal degrees, a proactive approach to understanding construction processes and new technologies can lead to rapid career advancement.

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Leverage new technologies like 360-degree cameras, lidar, and machine learning for progress capture and risk analysis to improve schedule accuracy and efficiency on projects.

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Challenge the planning fallacy by using reference class forecasting (benchmarking against similar past projects) and breaking down large tasks into smaller, more predictable scopes.

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Advocate for scheduling as a valuable in-house capability; rather than viewing it as merely an owner's requirement, integrate planning and scheduling programs to gain a competitive edge and improve project delivery.

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Actively collect and utilize project data for future decision-making; a comprehensive, accessible database of past project performance can inform better planning and help optimize project timelines and budgets.

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