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MSD Biotech Swords Facility

MSD Biotech Dublin – Biologics Manufacturing Facility Construction

Project Value Project Duration Teams Collaborated Systems Installed & Comissioned Partners Trained & certified
1Bn 36 Months 10 650 650

Project Overview

The MSD Biotech Dublin facility is a landmark in biopharmaceutical innovation, strategically located in Swords, Ireland. This world-class biologics manufacturing site is central to MSD’s global supply chain, enabling the production of groundbreaking immuno-oncology therapies and large-scale sterile drug substances.

Developed on a complex Brownfield site, the project included both new construction and the retrofit of existing structures. This initiative not only strengthened Ireland’s role in the global life sciences market but also demonstrated the power of Lean Construction in delivering high-value, regulation-intensive projects.

Our Project Scope (Construction & Commissioning)

Lean Touch Solutions was a trusted delivery partner from ground-breaking through to CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation). We deployed a complete Lean Construction program tailored for the biotech sector, emphasizing flow, collaboration, and real-time accountability.

Key Elements of Our Lean Scope:

  • Utilized Takt planning to ensure steady workflow and eliminate downtime across phases.

  • Embedded the Last Planner® System to promote collaborative scheduling and daily alignment.

  • Reduced material and process waste through value-driven planning techniques.

  • Applied visual management tools for early issue detection and rapid decision-making.

  • Conducted Kaizen events and Value Stream Mapping sessions to streamline CQV delivery.

Our Lean approach was instrumental in meeting the project’s speed, complexity, and compliance demands.

Project Approach

Lean Construction Strategy:

The success of the MSD Biotech Dublin facility was rooted in a robust, structured Lean Construction strategy, developed jointly with MSD leadership, JV partners, and on-site trades.

Implementation Highlights:

  • Last Planner System used to drive weekly work plans and identify constraints proactively.

  • Takt planning ensured synchronized task execution across multiple disciplines.

  • Value Stream Mapping used to identify inefficiencies and optimize CQV workflows.

  • Kaizen workshops delivered measurable improvements in bottleneck areas.

These strategies fostered a Lean culture focused on predictability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

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