What does pull planning mean in construction?
Short definition
Pull planning is a collaborative scheduling method where teams plan backward from a milestone to define commitments and handoffs.
Longer explanation
It is often used in lean construction to improve coordination, remove constraints, and make near-term work more reliable.
Example in context
“The project team reviewed the pull planning during the construction phase.”
Common users
- Owners
- Architects
- Contractors
- Construction managers