Scott Sedam is Principal of MiTek’s TrueNorth Consulting, an internationally known consulting and training firm focused exclusively on the building industry. Now in its 27th year with a staff of five field consultants, TrueNorth was acquired in 2023 by MiTek, a Berkshire Hathaway company, a major industry supplier of offsite component materials, machinery, and industry-leading software. TrueNorth conducts consulting projects and training workshops with more than 250 builder, supplier & trade clients in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Mexico. TrueNorth’s LeanBuilding™ processes have saved clients more than $500 million, demonstrating clearly how to improve product & process while enhancing builder, supplier, and trade relationships. Scott’s presentations are a popular feature at industry conferences and company meetings. Currently, Scott serves as a contributing editor for Professional Builder Magazine where his column has received multiple writing awards over its 27-year run. He is a passionate advocate of the application of Lean Methods as the best way to reduce cost without the collateral damage that inhibits long-term growth and success. He has also become a leader in the Onsite vs. Offsite debate, and believes the single largest factor in making houses more affordable is the extensive adoption of off-site components in conventional construction. Scott is the longest-serving examiner for the National Housing Quality Award, a past examiner for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, and is a member of the Board of Trustees for the Home Building Institute (HBI) that is leading the way toward rebuilding the American trade base. Contact Scott at 248.390.0773 or email: scott.sedam@mii.com.
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