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Implementation and Impact of Lean Manufacturing: A Critical Review and Framework for Adoption
Abstract: Lean manufacturing has become a vital approach for organizations seeking to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen competitiveness in dynamic industrial environments. Although lean principles are well established, industries continue to experience inconsistencies in implementation outcomes due to differences in organizational readiness, employee involvement, and managerial commitment. This study critically reviews existing research on lean manufacturing to examine its practical impact, the factors influencing its success, and the challenges that …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Integrating Genetic Algorithms with Lean Manufacturing for Enhanced Production Efficiency
Abstract: Lean manufacturing is a well-established philosophy focusing on the systematic reduction of waste and the ongoing development of value supplied to the customer. It emphasizes efficiency, quality, and adaptability through ideas such as just-in-time production, continuous improvement (Kaizen), and value stream optimization. However, the increased complexity of modern production systems, driven by global rivalry, product variety, and rapid technology innovation, has shown the limitations of classic lean tools in achieving …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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A Survey on Quality Team Effectiveness in Modern Service Factories
Abstract: In today’s increasingly competitive environment, service‐oriented factories—i.e., operations that deliver services rather than physical goods but use a factory‐style process (such as outsourcing centres, shared service centres, processing hubs, digital service factories)—are under pressure to enhance both quality of output and team effectiveness. This survey paper explores the role of quality teams within modern service factories, and investigates the factors influencing their effectiveness, the mechanisms by which they contribute to …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Bridging the Quality Gap: Analyzing NAAC Accreditation and IQAC’s Role in Higher Education Transformation
Abstract: The role of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and Internal Quality Assurance Cells (IQAC) in ensuring quality standards in higher education institutions (HEIs) in India has been a subject of extensive research. This review synthesizes existing literature to assess the impact of NAAC accreditation on institutional quality enhancement, transparency, curriculum flexibility, and overall governance. A comparative approach highlights the role of IQAC in implementing continuous quality improvement mechanisms. …
Published in International Journal of Education Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Enhancing the Direct Assessment Method for ABET Accreditation: A Proposal for a Lightweight, Comprehensive, Precise, and Informative Approach
Abstract: This study introduces a new method aimed at improving the direct assessment technique used for assessing students in the context of ABET accreditation. The traditional direct assessment method has long been utilized for ABET accreditation, involving steps such as goal identification, assessment planning, selection of assessment instruments, data collection and analysis, interpretation and evaluation, and feedback and improvement. While this approach has served as a valuable tool for evaluating student …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–27 Read article