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The Physics of Project Acceleration

A how-to guide for making your projects go faster. From simple builds to billion-dollar data centers.

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Why you’ll love it

Accelerating a project is a science.

It isn’t about working longer hours or shouting louder in meetings. Physicist-turned-project leader Greg Lawton shows how to apply mathematical principles and proven planning techniques to speed up delivery.

types of project acceleration, clearly defined

proven techniques to shift project curves and timelines

Physics

math and real-world case studies behind every method

Visual

diagrams and graphs that make complex ideas clear

Inside the book

What you’ll discover.

Whether you’re leading a small build or a billion-dollar megaproject, this book gives you the mindset and methods to cut through complexity, align teams and confidently accelerate delivery.

The 8 types of project acceleration, and how to define them clearly
33 practical methods to truly shift project curves and timelines
Micah Piippo’s “Milestones & Missteps” on applying the methods to high-stakes projects
How to manage uncertainty and risk to speed up delivery without chaos
Visual tools and graphs that make even complex scheduling simple to understand

The author

Greg Lawton

A physicist turned project leader. Greg started writing down the techniques his mentors used, built a framework for them from physics, and invented some new ones along the way. Then he decided to share them.

With Micah Piippo

Global scheduling expertise, inside the book.

Micah Piippo, a global leader in data center planning and scheduling, shares his “Milestones & Missteps”, including the plan that turned a 14-day critical delay into just 2 days lost.

What readers say

Read by planners and directors across the industry.

“An insightful read.”

James HortonPrincipal Planner, Laing O’Rourke

“A masterpiece.”

Yvonne EtukaSenior Planning Engineer, BAM Nuttall

“A refreshing, practical guide.”

Mike BartlettManaging Director, Trifolium

“Essential reading for anyone serious about project delivery.”

Phil PowellDigital Planning Director, Arcadis

“It’s simple, elegant and impactful.”

Sue SimmoniteGlobal Project Management & Control Director, BAE Systems

“I wish I had access to such a book years ago.”

Paul CallenderDirector, Neom

Get your copy

Make your next project go faster.

The Physics of Project Acceleration by Greg Lawton. Eight types of acceleration and 33 proven techniques, from simple builds to billion-dollar data centers.

£39