Lean Implementation and Assessment Within Four Indian SME’s-A Case Studies Approach

2021 ◽  
pp. 187-193
Author(s):  
J. P. Rishi ◽  
C. G. Ramachandra ◽  
T. R. Srinivas ◽  
B. C. Ashok
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Lean Implementation

Validation of a Methodology to Implement Lean Production in Textile and Clothing Industry

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Costa Maia ◽  
Anabela C. Alves ◽  
Celina P. Leão ◽  
Rubén Eira
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Lean Production ◽  
Clothing Industry ◽  
Way Of Life ◽  
Lean Implementation

Lean Production is considered a management methodology that has been implemented in many industries and services. Nevertheless, Lean experts know that this is not only a management methodology; it is more a philosophy and a new way of life. This is the reason why it is difficult to implement but, even worst, to be successful and to be sustainable. A continuous effort of improvement must always be kept in mind. Attending to these factors, it is important to have a methodology that helps to implement Lean Production effectively. This methodology could be different from industry to industry in order to model the differences between them and, most important, to assure its sustainability. This paper presents the validation of one such methodology for the Textile and Clothing Industry (TCI), based on three case studies (three Textile and Clothing companies located in North of Portugal). To validate it, different field procedures instruments such as interviews, questionnaires, and checklists were used. With these instruments, some validation results of the methodology were obtained, mainly, related with the diagnosis phase of Lean implementation. Results of two case studies were published in previous papers, being the results of a third case presented in this paper. Also, an analysis and discussion of the three case studies results, regarding their attitudes and difficulties are presented.

A case-based methodology for lean implementation in hospital operations

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
pp. 656-676 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatyana Karla Oliveira Régis ◽  
Luciano Costa Santos ◽  
Cláudia Fabiana Gohr
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Initial Step ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Lean Implementation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Hospital Operations ◽  
Lean Healthcare ◽  
Implementation Methodology

Purpose Although there are general methodologies for lean implementation in manufacturing companies, a specific methodology for the implementation of lean healthcare in hospitals has not been addressed by the literature. Addressing this gap, the purpose of this paper is to develop a practice-driven methodology for implementing lean in hospital operations. Design/methodology/approach Three case studies were conducted to collect evidence on the lean implementation process in Brazilian hospitals. From empirical evidence and literature, the implementation methodology was proposed and submitted to critical assessment by experts from the field. Findings The process of lean implementation was very similar in all cases, triggered by strategic planning and operationalized by continuous improvement projects. On the other hand, in all cases, the lean implementation teams had to deal with employees’ resistance. These findings were valuable inputs to the development of the implementation methodology. After refinement, it was proposed a feasible, useful and user-friendly methodology. Research limitations/implications The proposed methodology was raised from the practice through case study research. However, the proposed methodology was not fully applied, and the associated performance measures were not elaborated in this paper. Therefore, more case studies and applications will be necessary to generalize the findings. Practical implications The methodology provides practical guidelines that support lean implementation in hospital operations. Although it demands adaptations for each specific hospital setting, this initial step may encourage hospital managers to start the lean journey. Originality/value This study addressed the gap in the literature regarding the lack of methodologies for implementing lean healthcare in hospital operations. The methodology synthesizes the knowledge, principles and tools of lean thinking that can be applied in hospital operations.

scholarly journals An implementation of lean manufacturing technology in enhancing efficiency in garment manufacturing industry with small and medium size

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. first
Author(s):  
Hiền Ngọc Đỗ ◽  
Quỳnh Lam Ngọc Lê
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Lean Manufacturing ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Manufacturing Technology ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Lean Implementation ◽  
Efficiency And Effectiveness ◽  
Enhance Efficiency

Lean manufacturing technology has been applied in industry to eliminate wastes, enhance efficiency and increase competition ability. While some case studies were evaluated successfully, others faced with big challenges. Actually, lean was applied in different ways due to types and size of industry or organization. This paper would present an lean implementation process, in which lean tools are integrated in simultaneously. Requirements on system manufacturing capacity should be met, so necessary resources would be determined. Manufacturing layout and work flows would be created smoothly. The lean implementation process was applied in some case studies in garment industry with small and medium size, which show the efficiency and effectiveness of the lean technology in the practice systems. The research shows the good results on some performance key indexes such as productivity, ability to satisfy the orders and good working environment.

scholarly journals Partial and iterative Lean implementation: two case studies

2015 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 702-727 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Bamford ◽  
Paul Forrester ◽  
Benjamin Dehe ◽  
Rebecca Georgina Leese
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Lean Implementation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Operational Risks ◽  
Operational Change ◽  
Health Service Organization ◽  
Demand Patterns ◽  
Food Manufacturer

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the implementation of lean within two contrasting UK-based organizations; a food manufacturer and a healthcare organization. The different contexts provide insight to the strategic desire for efficiency gains and tactical issues and challenges of lean execution and implementation. Design/methodology/approach – The research questions developed from the review of the literature were tested using evidence from field-based, action research within a food manufacturer and a National Health Service organization. The reported contrasting case studies contribute to the longer term debate on the adoption and adaptation of lean-based “best practice” within organizations. Findings – There are three primary findings: first, that the adoption of lean provides a strategic benefit, as well as providing a basis for a strategy of operational change; second, that partial, as opposed to full, adoption of lean occurs due to external organizational constraints, such as demand patterns, supplier unreliability, little expertise in deploying change programmes, etc.; and third, that a company will balance the adoption of the lean ideology against the financial costs and operational risks incurred in full adoption. Practical implications – The conclusions drawn add substantially to the ongoing commentaries on aspects of lean, and develop interesting questions for future research regards the developed “Cycles of Lean Implementation” concept. Originality/value – The conclusion proposes that partial implementation of the lean philosophy does not necessarily represent a conscious organizational choice, or any lack of conviction, but is representative of external constraints on the organization. This complements previous commentaries on appropriate strategies and develops interesting questions for future research into operational efficiency.

Lean “Leadership People Process Outcome” (LPPO) implementation model

2014 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 694-711 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ifechukwude K. Dibia ◽  
Hom Nath Dhakal ◽  
Spencer Onuh
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Continuous Improvement ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Lean Implementation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Implementation Model ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present the Lean “Leadership People Process Outcome” (LPPO) implementation model. Design/methodology/approach – The model is developed from existing models through literature review and its success from use in lean implementation is reported in case studies. Findings – The LPPO model is a Lean implementation model that is flexible and easily adaptable. It is system based, people driven, customer centred, with measurable outcome and a drive for continuous improvement. Research limitations/implications – This work is based on existing literature and case studies. Practical implications – The paper would be of interest to Lean practitioners as the model developed is system generic and easily adaptable. Originality/value – The LPPO model presented in this paper has been newly developed and the successful application is seen in the case studies.

Corporate Sustainability: Challenge to Managerial Orthodoxies

2003 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dexter Dunphy
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Corporate Sustainability ◽  
Central Place ◽  
Marked Contrast ◽  
Sustainability Management

ABSTRACTThis paper addresses the issue of corporate sustainability. It examines why achieving sustainability is becoming an increasingly vital issue for society and organisations, defines sustainability and then outlines a set of phases through which organisations can move to achieve increasing levels of sustainability. Case studies are presented of organisations at various phases indicating the benefits, for the organisation and its stakeholders, which can be made at each phase. Finally the paper argues that there is a marked contrast between the two competing philosophies of neo-conservatism (economic rationalism) and the emerging philosophy of sustainability. Management schools have been strongly influenced by economic rationalism, which underpins the traditional orthodoxies presented in such schools. Sustainability represents an urgent challenge for management schools to rethink these traditional orthodoxies and give sustainability a central place in the curriculum.

Short-Form Application of the Screening Test of Spanish Grammar and the Northwestern Syntax Screening Test to Latino Children

1978 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 220-235
Author(s):  
David L. Ratusnik ◽  
Carol Melnick Ratusnik ◽  
Karen Sattinger
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Metropolitan Area ◽  
Screening Test ◽  
Normative Data ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Latino Children ◽  
Data Application ◽  
York Metropolitan Area ◽  
Multiple Regression Technique

Short-form versions of the Screening Test of Spanish Grammar (Toronto, 1973) and the Northwestern Syntax Screening Test (Lee, 1971) were devised for use with bilingual Latino children while preserving the original normative data. Application of a multiple regression technique to data collected on 60 lower social status Latino children (four years and six months to seven years and one month) from Spanish Harlem and Yonkers, New York, yielded a small but powerful set of predictor items from the Spanish and English tests. Clinicians may make rapid and accurate predictions of STSG or NSST total screening scores from administration of substantially shortened versions of the instruments. Case studies of Latino children from Chicago and Miami serve to cross-validate the procedure outside the New York metropolitan area.

Case Studies for Telepractice in AAC

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanya Rose Curtis
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Eye Gaze ◽  
Cognitive Impairments ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Computer Experience ◽  
Access Methods ◽  
Complex Communication Needs ◽  
Barriers To Service ◽  
Communication Needs

As the field of telepractice grows, perceived barriers to service delivery must be anticipated and addressed in order to provide appropriate service delivery to individuals who will benefit from this model. When applying telepractice to the field of AAC, additional barriers are encountered when clients with complex communication needs are unable to speak, often present with severe quadriplegia and are unable to position themselves or access the computer independently, and/or may have cognitive impairments and limited computer experience. Some access methods, such as eye gaze, can also present technological challenges in the telepractice environment. These barriers can be overcome, and telepractice is not only practical and effective, but often a preferred means of service delivery for persons with complex communication needs.

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