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title: Healthcare Design Knowledge Community | Jonathan Bykowski
description: "I have been committed to the healthcare industry since graduating from Philadelphia University with Bachelor degrees in both Interior Design and Architecture. Earning my Lean Six Sigma Black Belt has only enhanced my drive to bring my best to the industry. I am a strong believer in multi-disciplinary collaboration during all phases of a project. Understanding how care givers will work and the specific needs of unique patient populations motivates me to push teams to the best possible solution. Please visit Array Advisors’ blog. for my thoughts on Transformation and Continuous Improvement."
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# Welcome to our Knowledge Community
## Jonathan Bykowski
I have been committed to the healthcare industry since graduating from Philadelphia University with Bachelor degrees in both Interior Design and Architecture. Earning my Lean Six Sigma Black Belt has only enhanced my drive to bring my best to the industry. I am a strong believer in multi-disciplinary collaboration during all phases of a project. Understanding how care givers will work and the specific needs of unique patient populations motivates me to push teams to the best possible solution. Please visit [Array Advisors’ blog.](http://blog.array-advisors.com/insights/topic/transformation) for my thoughts on Transformation and Continuous Improvement.
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### Recent Posts
## [Array's Approach in Action](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/arrays-approach-in-action)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Aug 05, 2019
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/arrays-approach-in-action)
I am often asked at client interviews for an example demonstrating our approach. One that always comes to mind is a success story on so many levels that I can’t help but share it at almost every..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/arrays-approach-in-action)
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Topics: [Pediatrics](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/pediatrics), [outpatient strategy](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/outpatient-strategy), [Process-Led Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/process-led-design)
## [Lean in Professional Services: How to Measure What You Can’t See](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/lean-in-professional-services-how-to-measure-what-you-cant-see)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Jul 10, 2017
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/lean-in-professional-services-how-to-measure-what-you-cant-see)
Lean is a management philosophy and improvement methodology that is applicable in any organization or industry. Even in the non-transactional, low-volume and high-variation world that is professional..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/lean-in-professional-services-how-to-measure-what-you-cant-see)
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Topics: [Lean](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/lean), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement)
## [Disrupting Education: Micro-Credential, Nano-Degree, Stackable Degree](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/disrupting-education-micro-credential-nano-degree-stackable-degree)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on May 04, 2017
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/disrupting-education-micro-credential-nano-degree-stackable-degree)
I recently had the opportunity to represent Array on Philadelphia University’s [College of Architecture and the Built Environment Advancement Council](http://www.philau.edu/architectureandthebuiltenvironment/). The Council comprises industry members from a..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/disrupting-education-micro-credential-nano-degree-stackable-degree)
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Topics: [education](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/education), [firm leadership](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/firm-leadership), [community outreach](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/community-outreach)
## [Continuous Improvement Opportunities with Healthcare Door Hardware](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/continuous-improvement-opportunities-with-healthcare-door-hardware)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on May 12, 2016
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/continuous-improvement-opportunities-with-healthcare-door-hardware)
Doors, their [hardware](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/getting-specific-about-door-hardware-specifications), and access control are critical components of all healthcare projects. New construction or renovation, the complexity of healthcare can been seen in the doors. As a result,..
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Topics: [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement), [video](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/video), [door hardware](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/door-hardware)
## [Multi-Phase Pull Planning is a Team Effort ](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/multi-phase-pull-planning-is-a-team-effort)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Sep 18, 2015
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/multi-phase-pull-planning-is-a-team-effort)
Last week, a cross-functional team representing Array’s [design](http://array-architects.com/service-lines/continuous-improvement-lean/) team, as well as all of the consultants and the Construction Manager gathered in our Philadelphia office for two days to kick off a..
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Topics: [Planning](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/planning), [Collaboration](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/collaboration)
## [Improve Project Delivery & Instill a Culture of Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/improve-project-delivery-instill-a-culture-of-continuous-improvement)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Apr 13, 2015
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/improve-project-delivery-instill-a-culture-of-continuous-improvement)
Authored by Jonathan Bykowski and [Laura Silvoy](http://array-architects.com/profiles/laura-silvoy/)
In March, ten leaders representing a cross section of the firm dedicated three days to uncovering the reality about how a project moves from client..
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Topics: [Planning](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/planning), [Future State Mapping](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/future-state-mapping)
## [Healthcare Rapid Lean Design Event Process](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/healthcare-rapid-lean-design-event-process)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Jul 18, 2014
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/healthcare-rapid-lean-design-event-process)
Array Architects conducts Rapid Lean Design Events geared to help clients quickly assess their current condition, map out patient flows impacted by the process, identify areas for improvement or..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/healthcare-rapid-lean-design-event-process)
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## [Implementing Continuous Improvement on a Daily Basis at Array](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/implementing-continuous-improvement-on-a-daily-basis-at-array)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Apr 24, 2014
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/implementing-continuous-improvement-on-a-daily-basis-at-array)
In an effort to improve communication and efficiency amongst our designers, and to ensure that our team is happy with the work they are doing, a daily “huddle” has been implemented.The design team..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/implementing-continuous-improvement-on-a-daily-basis-at-array)
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## [Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/creating-a-culture-of-continuous-improvement)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Mar 07, 2014
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/creating-a-culture-of-continuous-improvement)
I recently had an opportunity, for the second time, to attend the Society for Health Systems Process Improvement Conference. I was again inspired and awed by the significant impact that industrial..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/creating-a-culture-of-continuous-improvement)
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Topics: [Architecture](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/architecture), [Kaizen](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/kaizen), [Lean](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/lean), [society for health systems](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/society-for-health-systems), [Healthcare Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare-design), [Affordable Care Act (ACA)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/affordable-care-act-aca), [Process Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/process-improvement), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement)
## [When a Chair Becomes a Toilet: Why the People Are more Important than the Mock-up](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/when-a-chair-becomes-a-toilet-why-the-people-are-more-important-than-the-mock-up)
Posted by [Jonathan Bykowski](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/jonathan-bykowski) on Feb 10, 2014
[](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/when-a-chair-becomes-a-toilet-why-the-people-are-more-important-than-the-mock-up)
*Published by[Healthcare Construction + Operations](http://www.hconews.com/articles/2014/01/15/when-chair-becomes-toilet-why-the-people-are-more-important-the-mock), January 15, 2014*
Mock-ups can provide an undeniable value to teams designing new health care spaces.Repetitive project elements are excellent..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/when-a-chair-becomes-a-toilet-why-the-people-are-more-important-than-the-mock-up)
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Topics: [Planning](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/planning), [Architecture](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/architecture), [Healthcare Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare-design), [mock-ups](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/mock-ups), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement), [Advisory Services](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/advisory-services)
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