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| Τίτλος: |
Roles of lean learners for successful lean implementation in the construction industry: a force-directed graph. |
| Συγγραφείς: |
Parameswaran, Agana, Ranadewa, K.A.T.O., Rathnasinghe, Akila Pramodh |
| Πηγή: |
International Journal of Productivity & Performance Management; 2024, Vol. 73 Issue 8, p2673-2705, 33p |
| Θεματικοί όροι: |
Lean construction, Construction industry, Project managers, Semi-structured interviews, Content analysis |
| Περίληψη: |
Purpose: The proliferation of lean principles in the construction industry is offset by the enduring uncertainty among industry stakeholders regarding their respective roles in lean implementation. This uncertainty is further compounded by the scarcity of empirical investigations in this area. Consequently, this study undertakes the task of bridging this knowledge gap by identifying the critical roles of lean learners and their indispensable contributions to achieving successful lean implementation. Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative exploratory approach informed by an interpretivism perspective was adopted. The case study strategy was employed to gather data from three contracting organisations that had implemented lean practices. Empirical data was collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews with fifteen industry experts and complemented by document reviews. To analyse the data, a code-based content analysis approach was employed using NVivo software, while Power BI software was utilised to develop a comprehensive force-directed graph visualisation. Findings: The research findings substantiated nine lean learners and unveiled a set of seventy-three roles associated with them. The force-directed graph facilitated the identification of lean learners and their connections to the emerged roles. Notably, the graph highlighted the pivotal role played by project managers and internal lean trainers in ensuring the success of lean implementation, surpassing the contributions of other lean learners. Originality/value: The implications of findings extend to industry professionals seeking to establish a robust lean learning framework to expedite lean implementation within the construction sector. This study not only provides a comprehensive definition of lean learners' roles but also transcends specific construction types, making it a significant catalyst for global impact. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Βάση Δεδομένων: |
Complementary Index |