Influence of External Information Sources on Lean Improvements: An Exploratory Model
ISBN
978-1-61567-032-1
Type
conference paper
Date Issued
2008-11-22
Author(s)
Abstract
This research examines the prevalence and role of external information sources, such as training sessions, plant visits, and conferences, in lean improvements within organizations. Specifically, based on an initial qualitative study of 18 Canadian Manufacturing firms, and followed by a survey of 109 Canadian manufacturers, an empirical model is developed outlining the relationship between various key drivers of lean improvements, management awareness of lean gain through external sources, demonstrated management commitment to lean, and lean thinking.
Language
English
Keywords
Lean Practices
External Information Sources
PLS Model
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
Book title
39th Annual Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute 2008
Publisher
Curran Associates, Inc.
Volume
Volume 1
Start page
571
End page
576
Pages
6
Event Title
39th Decision Science Institute (DSI) Annual Meeting
Event Location
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Event Date
22.-25.11.2008
Subject(s)
Division(s)
Eprints ID
57898