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Recent Implementation of Lean Manufacturing Tools in Various Industries: A Review


EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.08.082

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Dr. Chinmay Pingulkar,Pratik Raut, Omkar Joshi , Vinit Raut, " Recent Implementation of Lean Manufacturing Tools in Various Industries: A Review ", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 8, Article 1, pp. 1-2, 2025. Published by Computer Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

Lean Manufacturing (LM) has emerged as a critical methodology for enhancing productivity, reducing waste, and improving efficiency across various industries. This paper reviews recent implementations of Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Just-in-Time (JIT) in diverse industrial sectors. It explores case studies from manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, and service industries to analyze the effectiveness of these tools in optimizing operations. The paper also highlights challenges and best practices for successful Lean implementation. Findings indicate that while Lean tools significantly improve operational efficiency, challenges such as resistance to change and implementation costs remain.

Keywords

Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, KANBAN, 5S.

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