Abstract
Purpose: This research aims to propose a framework to integrate Green Lean Six Sigma (GLSS) and Industry 4.0 to improve organizational sustainability. Design/methodology/approach: The integration of GLSS and Industry 4.0 is proposed based on theoretical facets of the individual approaches. A generic, conceptual framework of an integrated GLSS-Industry 4.0 approach is then proposed using the application of different tools and techniques of GLSS and Industry 4.0 at different stages of the realization of a project. Findings: Both approaches have common facets related to enablers and barriers, and the integrated application of tools and techniques of each approach supplements the common focus of both related to sustainability enhancement. The proposed, conceptual framework provides systematic guidelines from the project selection stage to the sustainment of the solution, with the enumerated application of different techniques and tools at each step of the framework. Originality/value: This research is the first of its kind to propose the integration of GLSS and Industry 4.0 under the umbrella of a unified approach, including a conceptual framework of this integrated GLSS-Industry 4.0 approach.
Original language | British English |
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Pages (from-to) | 87-121 |
Number of pages | 35 |
Journal | Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 17 Jan 2023 |
Keywords
- Barriers
- Enablers
- Framework
- Green lean six sigma
- Industry 4.0
- Sustainability