Table of contents
Lean psychology and the theories of “Thinking, Fast and Slow”
Kurt Hozak, Eric O. Olsen– The purpose of this paper is to develop insights about the psychological factors that contribute to lean’s success as a holistic and adaptive system.
Green lean and the need for Six Sigma
Jose Arturo Garza-ReyesThe purpose of this paper is to critically review the green lean approach and highlight its limitations; examine the compatibility of the green, lean and Six Sigma concepts; and…
Applying Lean Six Sigma within the university: opportunities for process improvement and cultural change
James D Hess, Bruce A. BenjaminThe purpose of this paper is to review the historical development of Lean Six Sigma and to identify the relevant opportunities for the application of Lean Six Sigma within the…
Achieving success with Lean: An analysis of key factors in Lean transformation at Toyota and beyond
Julie Sisson, Ahmad ElshennawyThe purpose of this research is to identify key interrelated components of successful, sustained lean transformation. When implemented successfully, lean not only allows for cost…
Corporate perspectives: commonalities and differences between Six Sigma and Lean
Vijaya Sunder M.The purpose of this paper is to present the corporate views of the commonalities and differences between two of the most powerful methodologies for process improvement in…
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2040-4166Online date, start – end:
2010Copyright Holder:
Emerald Publishing LimitedOpen Access:
hybridEditor:
- Prof. Jiju Antony