Abstract

BASKARAN, S.M.  and  LAKSHMANAN, A.R.. A framework for lean readiness evaluation using a hierarchical fuzzy system. S. Afr. J. Ind. Eng. [online]. 2019, vol.30, n.1, pp.220-234. ISSN 2224-7890.  http://dx.doi.org/10.7166/30-1-1988.

Lean manufacturing is becoming the frontrunner in solving manufacturing-related problems. To sustain the lean journey, assessing lean readiness is the appropriate way to implement it in any industry. In this research, lean readiness is evaluated in a case study industry using a framework model. It consists of two dimensions: the critical success factors, and the barriers. Using force field analysis, the conflicting nature of these dimensions was portrayed. With the help of fuzzy logic, a hierarchical fuzzy system was developed to evaluate lean readiness. The result of this method opens up a new direction for managers to identify lean readiness.

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