scholarly journals A four-phase framework for Lean implementation in small and medium enterprises

Management ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 259-277
Author(s):  
Nguyen Dat Minh ◽  
Duong Trung Kien
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Limited Resources ◽  
Lean Implementation ◽  
Management Capability ◽  
The World ◽  
Lean Tools ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Case Based

Abstract Although Lean has been known and applied in both theoretical and practical on around the world for many years,a deeper understanding of Lean tools, principles implementation, anda roadmap to successfully apply is needed. In the context of Small and medium enterprises (SME), it is very difficult for local enterprises to apply synchronization Lean tools, techniques, and principles because of limited resources in manpower, technology, and management capability. Through the case-based study, this paper proposed the four-phase roadmap for Lean application in SMEs. An analysis of methods froma literature review of Lean implementation was conducted in order to identify the phases of the roadmap. Then, six SMEs in Vietnam that applied Lean were chosen to collect data and analyze the applicability and how Lean tools are successful implemented in the cases to confirm the findings.

scholarly journals Literature Study of Lean Implementation Framework for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Fatma Nadia Amin ◽  
Putu Dana Karningsih
Keyword(s):  
Lean Manufacturing ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Implementation Framework ◽  
Lean Implementation ◽  
The World ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Many companies in developed countries are implementing lean manufacturing and offering significant results. However, experts argue that the concept can not only be used in large companies but also in SMEs. Some SMEs in the world have also implemented the lean concept, but there have been many failures during implementation. This is because of the lean implementation framework. Several researchers have developed specific frameworks for lean implementation in SMEs. Therefore the final objective of this study is a lean implementation framework that is suitable for SMEs in Indonesia. In this research, the first step of the literature study is to search for previous studies on google scholar, emerald, elsevier, etc. related to the lean framework. Furthermore, comparing and comparing the framework in previous research. This comparison can be a lean implementation in Indonesia, with the strengths and weaknesses of each of these frameworks

Development of a methodology to assist manufacturing SMEs in the selection of appropriate lean tools

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Osama Alaskari ◽  
Mohammad Munir Ahmad ◽  
Ruben Pinedo-Cuenca
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Lean Tools ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Selection Of

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop a methodology that can help small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in the manufacturing sector, to select an appropriate lean tool for the company which will maximum benefits from adopting the tool. Design/methodology/approach – This study focuses on the selection of an appropriate lean tool for manufacturing SMEs. The methodology contains a quantitative approach that can assist SMEs in identifying the appropriate lean tool. A literature review, collation of experts’ opinions via a questionnaire and a case study (to provide a guideline as to how the developed methodology may work) are presented in this research. Findings – The findings revealed that the proposed methodology was effective in identifying the appropriate lean tools for companies, according to the key performance indicators in the manufacturing SME sector. Practical implications – The developed methodology can be used by manufacturing SMEs as a decision support system to enable the representatives of the company to make an informed decision regarding the selection of the most appropriate lean tool (i.e. that will address the most important issue that the company is experiencing). The strength of using this methodology is that appropriate lean tool can be ascertained relatively easily and inexpensively. There is the prospect of this methodology being applicable to most types of SMEs. Originality/value – This methodology has proven to be useful for recommending the application of lean tools in a company’s attempt to become lean, bridging the gap identified in the literature review.

scholarly journals Lean Concept in Small and Medium Enterprises

2019 ◽  
Vol 66 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-137
Author(s):  
Zorana Tanasić ◽  
Goran Janjić ◽  
Borut Kosec
Keyword(s):  
Production Process ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Limited Resources ◽  
Production Processes ◽  
Lean Tools ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Lean Methods ◽  
Tools And Methods ◽  
Large Enterprises

AbstractThe Lean concept is recognisable by how fast innovations are implemented and production processes are improved. Likewise, analysis of the implementation of Lean concepts so far has shown that Lean methods and tools cannot be applied to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the same measure as they can be applied to large enterprises.This paper aims to present a critical review of the implementation of Lean concepts in SMEs with the claim that Lean concept can be successfully applied in all branches of industry, provided that the Lean concept is fully understood, and it’s meaning, principles and practice. Given that SMEs have limited resources, they often face difficulties during the implementation of all Lean tools and methods.Depending on the type of improvement in Kaizen activities, the Poka Yoke and Jidoka tools should be applied. Every improvement in the production process needs to be standardised as soon as possible so that the processes can become more continuous and efficient.

scholarly journals A study on the Utilization of Lean techniques/tools in Indian SMEs

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (20) ◽  
pp. 32-37
Author(s):  
Arvind Kumar Shrimali ◽  
Vimlesh Kumar Soni
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Detailed Survey ◽  
The World ◽  
Lean Tools ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Abstract The Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of all the major economies around the world. Majority of these industries are facing tough environment for existence. The present study explored the most common and easily implementable Lean Tools/Techniques amongst the SMEs. This has been achieved via a detailed survey of SMEs in India. Study concludes with nine most common Lean Tools/Techniques implemented across the surveyed population of Indian SMEs.

How to survive in the age of artificial intelligence? Exploring the intelligent transformations of SMEs in central China

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jinqiang Wang ◽  
Yaobin Lu ◽  
Si Fan ◽  
Peng Hu ◽  
Bin Wang
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Policy Support ◽  
Central China ◽  
Limited Resources ◽  
Text Data ◽  
Content Type ◽  
External Pressures ◽  
Medium Enterprises

PurposeThe purpose of the research is to explore how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in central China achieve intelligent transformation through the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Because of unequal resource allocation, constraints on the intelligent transformation of SMEs in central China are different from those in economically and technologically well-developed coastal provinces. Hence, the authors focus on SMEs in central China to identify drivers of and barriers to intelligent transformation.Design/methodology/approachThe interview data were collected from 66 SMEs across 20 industries in central China. To verify the validity of the data collection method, the authors used two methods to control for retrospective bias: multi-level informants and enterprises' AI project application materials (Wei and Clegg, 2020). The final data were validated without conflicts. Next, the authors cautiously followed a two-step approach recommended by Venkatesh et al. (2010) and used NVivo 11.0 to analyze the collected text data.FindingsSMEs in central China are enthusiastic about intelligent transformation while facing both internal and external pressures. SMEs need to pay attention to both internal (enterprise development needs, implementation cost, human resources and top management involvement) and external factors (external market pressure, convenience of AI technology and policy support) and their different impacts on intelligent transformation. However, constrained by limited resources, SMEs in central China have been forced to take a step-by-step intelligent transformation strategy based on their actual needs with the technological flexibility method in the short term.Originality/valueConsidering the large number of SMEs and their importance in promoting China's economic development and job creation (SME Bureau of MIIT, 2020), more research on SMEs with limited resources is needed. In the study, the authors confirmed that enterprises should handle “social responsibility” carefully because over-emphasizing it will hinder intelligent transformation. However, firms should pay attention to the role of executives in promoting intelligent transformation and make full use of policy support to access more resources.

scholarly journals RISK MITIGATION FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES (SMES) IN THE MIDDLE OF VOLATILITY IN THE WORLD’S ECONOMY CONDITION

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-39
Author(s):  
Gresika Bunga Sylvana
Keyword(s):  
Business Processes ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Risk Mitigation ◽  
The Great Depression ◽  
The World ◽  
National Leaders ◽  
World Economic ◽  
Economy Condition ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACT Indonesia's economic growth in the first quarter of 2020 of 2.97% was released by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS). It is undeniable, that number is the lowest growth rate in the last 19 years. We understand that the economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic did occur in various parts of the world. A significant economic slowdown is a big task for many national leaders. Some world economic experts even mention that the disruption of the economy due to this pandemic can resemble the effects of the Great Depression of 1930 ago. If we review the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic which has caused extraordinary disruption in the economic field, it is seen that Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are a sector that is quite severe. Basically, the concept of risk management is not commonly used in SMEs business processes. This is because, in general, the resources owned by SMEs are quite limited. However, in this paper I want to illustrate at least there are simple concepts that can be applied by SMEs.

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