The effecct of lean manufacturing on procurement performance
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2024-09-10
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Uganda Christian university
Abstract
Lean Manufacturing has become an important method for improving efficiency, cutting
waste, and boosting overall performance in different industries. This research looks at
how using Lean Manufacturing techniques affects procurement performance, focusing
on how lean practices improve processes, relationships with suppliers, cost savings, and
delivery times. Key lean tools like Just-in-Time (JIT), Kanban, and Value Stream
Mapping (VSM) are explored for their role in reducing waste, managing inventory better,
and improving communication with suppliers. By adopting lean methods, organizations
aim to build a faster, more cost-effective procurement system that helps them make
better decisions and gain a competitive edge.
This study uses a mix of methods, including interviews with procurement experts and
analysis of performance data before and after lean practices were applied. It highlights
both the benefits and challenges, such as improving efficiency and supplier
collaboration, but also the hurdles like resistance to change and the need for trained
staff. In the end, this research sheds light on how Lean Manufacturing can help improve
procurement in a competitive market.
Keywords: Lean Manufacturing, procurement performance, Just-in-Time (JIT), Kanban,
Value Stream Mapping (VSM), supplier relationships, efficiency, cost savings, delivery times