Lean & Lego - Building the Millennium Falcon Redux

Explore lean product development techniques through the lens of building a massive Lego Millennium Falcon set in this engaging conference talk from NDC Porto 2022. Discover how a team of engineers self-organized to tackle this complex project, applying key concepts from lean software engineering. Learn about cycle-time, batch size optimization for improved throughput, continuous process improvement, stopping the line, work-in-progress limits, Systems Thinking, and the Theory of Constraints. Gain valuable insights into high-performing team dynamics and lean methodologies while enjoying a fun, relatable example of how these principles can be applied to both Lego construction and software development. Whether you're a child at heart or a seasoned professional, this talk offers a unique perspective on efficient project management and team collaboration.

Lean & Lego: Building the Millennium Falcon Redux - James Lewis - NDC Porto 2022