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Title: :  Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry
PaperId: :  24129
Published in:   International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education
Publisher:   IJARIIE
e-ISSN:   2395-4396
Volume/Issue:    Volume 10 Issue 3 2024
DUI:    16.0415/IJARIIE-24129
Licence: :   IJARIIE is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.

Author NameAuthor Institute
Mahboob Al BasharUniversity of Houston
Md Abu Taher University of Houston
Dilara AshrafiUniversiti Teknologi MARA

Abstract

Industrial Engineering
Lean transformation, US manufacturing, Efficiency improvement, Waste reduction, Continuous improvement, Cultural resistance, Employee engagement, Organizational alignment
Lean transformation in the US manufacturing industry aims to improve efficiency and competitiveness by reducing waste, implementing continuous improvement, and taking a customer-centric approach. However, various obstacles prevent the proper implementation of lean principles. This study identifies and tackles significant obstacles such as cultural resistance, insufficient training, mismatched organizational structures, and a lack of managerial commitment. Employees frequently perceive lean initiatives as threats to job security or an increase in workload, which leads to cultural resistance. Overcoming this requires cultivating a culture of trust, open communication, and integrating employees at all levels in the transformation process. Inadequate training is another important hurdle, as lean tools and processes require a thorough understanding to be effectively implemented. Investing in comprehensive and continuing training programs is critical to providing the workforce with the appropriate skills. Organizational structures that do not adhere to lean principles can impede transformation attempts. Realigning structures to encourage cross-functional collaboration and speed decision-making processes is critical. Furthermore, without strong management support, lean efforts may lose momentum and fail to persist. Leaders must provide unwavering support and actively participate in lean initiatives to inspire and drive change throughout the organization. This study focuses on best practices and tactics for overcoming these challenges, such as using change management approaches, creating pilot projects, and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement. By tackling these difficulties, US firms may increase efficiency, acquire a competitive advantage, and respond more quickly to market demands. The insights presented seek to help industry leaders navigate their lean transformation journeys successfully.

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IJARIIE Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. "Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry" International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education Volume 10 Issue 3 2024 Page 4153-4163
MLA Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. "Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry." International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education 10.3(2024) : 4153-4163.
APA Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , & Dilara Ashrafi. (2024). Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry. International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, 10(3), 4153-4163.
Chicago Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. "Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry." International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education 10, no. 3 (2024) : 4153-4163.
Oxford Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. 'Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry', International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 10, no. 3, 2024, p. 4153-4163. Available from IJARIIE, https://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Overcoming_Lean_Transformation_Hurdles__Implementing_Efficiency_in_the_US_Manufacturing_Industry_ijariie24129.pdf (Accessed : ).
Harvard Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. (2024) 'Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry', International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, 10(3), pp. 4153-4163IJARIIE [Online]. Available at: https://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Overcoming_Lean_Transformation_Hurdles__Implementing_Efficiency_in_the_US_Manufacturing_Industry_ijariie24129.pdf (Accessed : )
IEEE Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi, "Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry," International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 4153-4163, May-Jun 2024. [Online]. Available: https://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Overcoming_Lean_Transformation_Hurdles__Implementing_Efficiency_in_the_US_Manufacturing_Industry_ijariie24129.pdf [Accessed : ].
Turabian Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. "Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry." International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education [Online]. volume 10 number 3 ().
Vancouver Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher , and Dilara Ashrafi. Overcoming Lean Transformation Hurdles: Implementing Efficiency in the US Manufacturing Industry. International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education [Internet]. 2024 [Cited : ]; 10(3) : 4153-4163. Available from: https://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Overcoming_Lean_Transformation_Hurdles__Implementing_Efficiency_in_the_US_Manufacturing_Industry_ijariie24129.pdf
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