One of the aspects that must drive the ongoing research project is the focus on the
communication of new ideas based on a clearer understanding of learning. The study
showed that it is helpful to use symbols, metaphors and images to make people
understand the concepts and principles of the new production philosophy. In this way, the
Construction Management in Engineering Research Group from NORIE3 is engaged in a
discussion through intranet in order to clear up concepts and match examples, images,
metaphors and symbols to be used in a training programme. One of the aims of this
activity is to supply a homepage that is going to connect the University of Salford and
NORIE, at first, to allow an in depth study about learning and communication. After the
period of preliminary tests, which is hoped to be short, this homepage shall be available
to others researchers. This tool is intended to support the development of Lean
Construction theory.