The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals
Purpose – This study aims to address the critical challenge of implementing lean manufacturing (LM) in emerging economies, where sustainability complexities on the production floor hinder production efficiency and the transition towards a circular economy (CE). Addressing a gap in existing research,...
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| author | Sheak Salman Hasin Md. Muhtasim Taqi S.M. Shafaat Akhter Nur Usama Awan Syed Mithun Ali |
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| description | Purpose – This study aims to address the critical challenge of implementing lean manufacturing (LM) in emerging economies, where sustainability complexities on the production floor hinder production efficiency and the transition towards a circular economy (CE). Addressing a gap in existing research, the paper introduces a path analysis model to systematically identify, prioritize and overcome LM implementation barriers, aiming to enhance performance through strategic removal. Design/methodology/approach – The authors used a mixed-method approach, combining empirical survey data with literature reviews to pinpoint key LM barriers. Using the grey-based Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) along with the Network Knowledge (NK) method, they mapped causal relationships and barrier intensities. This formed the basis for developing a path simulation algorithm, integrating heuristic considerations for practical decision-making. Findings – This analysis reveals that the primary barriers to LM adoption is the negative perception and inadequate understanding of lean tools and CE principles. The study provides a strategic framework for managers, offering new insights into barrier prioritization and overcoming strategies to facilitate successful LM adoption. Research limitations/implications – This research provides a strategic pathway for overcoming LM implementation barriers, empowering managers in emerging economies to enhance sustainability and competitive advantage through LM and CE integration. It emphasizes the significance of structured barrier management in the manufacturing sector. Originality/value – This research pioneers a systematic exploration of LM implementation barriers in the CE context, making a significant contribution to the literature. It identifies, evaluates barriers and proposes a practical model for overcoming them, enriching sustainable manufacturing practices in emerging markets. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-b81e5a800dd6428f9ec6599f38fbdfe82025-08-20T03:11:15ZengEmerald PublishingJournal of Responsible Production and Consumption2977-01142024-12-0111183610.1108/JRPC-10-2023-0009The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goalsSheak Salman0Hasin Md. Muhtasim Taqi1S.M. Shafaat Akhter Nur2Usama Awan3Syed Mithun Ali4Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering, Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Dhaka, BangladeshDepartment of Mechanical and Production Engineering, Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Dhaka, BangladeshDepartment of Industrial and Production Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka, BangladeshDepartment of Economics, Inland Norway University, Lillehammer, NorwayDepartment of Industrial and Production Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka, BangladeshPurpose – This study aims to address the critical challenge of implementing lean manufacturing (LM) in emerging economies, where sustainability complexities on the production floor hinder production efficiency and the transition towards a circular economy (CE). Addressing a gap in existing research, the paper introduces a path analysis model to systematically identify, prioritize and overcome LM implementation barriers, aiming to enhance performance through strategic removal. Design/methodology/approach – The authors used a mixed-method approach, combining empirical survey data with literature reviews to pinpoint key LM barriers. Using the grey-based Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) along with the Network Knowledge (NK) method, they mapped causal relationships and barrier intensities. This formed the basis for developing a path simulation algorithm, integrating heuristic considerations for practical decision-making. Findings – This analysis reveals that the primary barriers to LM adoption is the negative perception and inadequate understanding of lean tools and CE principles. The study provides a strategic framework for managers, offering new insights into barrier prioritization and overcoming strategies to facilitate successful LM adoption. Research limitations/implications – This research provides a strategic pathway for overcoming LM implementation barriers, empowering managers in emerging economies to enhance sustainability and competitive advantage through LM and CE integration. It emphasizes the significance of structured barrier management in the manufacturing sector. Originality/value – This research pioneers a systematic exploration of LM implementation barriers in the CE context, making a significant contribution to the literature. It identifies, evaluates barriers and proposes a practical model for overcoming them, enriching sustainable manufacturing practices in emerging markets.https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JRPC-10-2023-0009/full/pdfBarrier interactionsCircular economyDEMATEL-NKLean manufacturingPath analysis |
| spellingShingle | Sheak Salman Hasin Md. Muhtasim Taqi S.M. Shafaat Akhter Nur Usama Awan Syed Mithun Ali The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals Journal of Responsible Production and Consumption Barrier interactions Circular economy DEMATEL-NK Lean manufacturing Path analysis |
| title | The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals |
| title_full | The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals |
| title_fullStr | The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals |
| title_full_unstemmed | The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals |
| title_short | The pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy: Implications for sustainable development goals |
| title_sort | pathways to lean manufacturing for circular economy implications for sustainable development goals |
| topic | Barrier interactions Circular economy DEMATEL-NK Lean manufacturing Path analysis |
| url | https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JRPC-10-2023-0009/full/pdf |
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