This paper discusses the development of a lean simulation that explores the advantages of reducing the number of handoffs on a construction project while still acknowledging the benefits of small batching.

The use of Lean Construction (LC) concepts and tools has advanced in different sectors in the United States, including but not limited to, delivery of commercial, educational, and hospital buildings. Many contractors working on these sectors appear to use more collaborative forms of contracts and have been more willing to experiment with LC, however, in...

The COVID-19 pandemic caused colleges and universities across the United States—and the world—to quickly pivot in an emergency fashion to online teaching, learning and research, while grappling with a host of complex issues in serving students, supporting faculty and staff, and ensuring their financial viability. This report outlines the findings from a survey undertaken by...

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States in March 2020, states experienced unprecedented surges in online inquiries and transactions. Automation, in the form of chatbots, was quickly developed and deployed to supplement existing human resources. This publication includes state examples, predictions for the future and links to state chatbots.

The United States Studies Centre has assembled a list of ten policy recommendations for the upcoming Australia–US Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN) meeting. Drawing on the expertise of our researchers, including from their published and ongoing research projects, these recommendations combine analytical judgements with new policy thinking in an effort to stimulate bilateral discussion.