Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Purpose – The present research identifies and prioritizes the critical success factors (CSFs) for Lean 4.0 (L4.0) implementation in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). L4.0 integrates Lean principles with Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies, for instance wireless networks, Internet of things (IoT), bi...
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| description | Purpose – The present research identifies and prioritizes the critical success factors (CSFs) for Lean 4.0 (L4.0) implementation in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). L4.0 integrates Lean principles with Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies, for instance wireless networks, Internet of things (IoT), big data, cloud computing (CC), etc., offering significant opportunities to enhance operational efficiency by reducing non-value-adding activities. Design/methodology/approach – This research adopts the “Fuzzy Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (FDEMATEL)” methodology to examine and assess the connections between CSFs for L4.0 implementation. Data were gathered from SMEs using qualitative and quantitative approaches to ensure comprehensive insights into the critical enablers of L4.0 adoption. Findings – The study identifies Top Management Support and Commitment, Employee Training and Financial Capabilities as the most important CSFs for L4.0 adoption in SMEs. These factors significantly impact the adoption process, providing actionable insights for SME leaders to overcome challenges and optimize implementation strategies. Originality/value – This study contributes to the growing knowledge of L4.0 by highlighting key CSFs relevant to SMEs, a sector often constrained by resources but crucial for economic development. The findings provide a practical roadmap for SME entrepreneurs to achieve operational excellence and competitiveness through effective L4.0 adoption. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-afa8c8fd266f421fa689b33c0d5e841f2025-08-20T03:22:19ZengEmerald PublishingFrontiers in Engineering and Built Environment2634-24992634-25022025-05-015212513810.1108/FEBE-12-2024-0085Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)Karishma Mohamed Rafik Qureshi0Bhavesh G. Mewada1Department of Mechanical Engineering, Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology, Parul University, Tal Waghodia, IndiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology, Parul University, Tal Waghodia, IndiaPurpose – The present research identifies and prioritizes the critical success factors (CSFs) for Lean 4.0 (L4.0) implementation in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). L4.0 integrates Lean principles with Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies, for instance wireless networks, Internet of things (IoT), big data, cloud computing (CC), etc., offering significant opportunities to enhance operational efficiency by reducing non-value-adding activities. Design/methodology/approach – This research adopts the “Fuzzy Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (FDEMATEL)” methodology to examine and assess the connections between CSFs for L4.0 implementation. Data were gathered from SMEs using qualitative and quantitative approaches to ensure comprehensive insights into the critical enablers of L4.0 adoption. Findings – The study identifies Top Management Support and Commitment, Employee Training and Financial Capabilities as the most important CSFs for L4.0 adoption in SMEs. These factors significantly impact the adoption process, providing actionable insights for SME leaders to overcome challenges and optimize implementation strategies. Originality/value – This study contributes to the growing knowledge of L4.0 by highlighting key CSFs relevant to SMEs, a sector often constrained by resources but crucial for economic development. The findings provide a practical roadmap for SME entrepreneurs to achieve operational excellence and competitiveness through effective L4.0 adoption.https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/FEBE-12-2024-0085/full/pdfCritical success factors (CSFs)Fuzzy decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (FDEMATEL)Industry 4.0 (I4.0)Lean 4.0 (L4.0)Small and medium enterprise (SME) |
| spellingShingle | Karishma Mohamed Rafik Qureshi Bhavesh G. Mewada Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) Frontiers in Engineering and Built Environment Critical success factors (CSFs) Fuzzy decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (FDEMATEL) Industry 4.0 (I4.0) Lean 4.0 (L4.0) Small and medium enterprise (SME) |
| title | Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) |
| title_full | Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) |
| title_fullStr | Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) |
| title_full_unstemmed | Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) |
| title_short | Assessing Lean 4.0 critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) |
| title_sort | assessing lean 4 0 critical success factors csfs for implementing in small and medium sized enterprises smes |
| topic | Critical success factors (CSFs) Fuzzy decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (FDEMATEL) Industry 4.0 (I4.0) Lean 4.0 (L4.0) Small and medium enterprise (SME) |
| url | https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/FEBE-12-2024-0085/full/pdf |
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