A Review on Approaches, Synergies, Obstacles of Lean and Green Manufacturing

Abstract

In recent years, firms have become more aware of the fact that it is no longer sufficient to focus exclusively on economic factors; ecological and social factors must also be considered in order to flourish. The current study conducts a 'Systematic Literature Review' (SLR) on current trends in the field, with a special focus on the link between lean manufacturing and green manufacturing, as well as several sustainability elements. Despite numerous studies on lean and green, no definitive explanation for lean and green exists. The progression & impact of lean manufacturing and green manufacturing are examined in this research. This study examines the parallels and benefits of both lean and green techniques, as well as the synergy effect, application tools, and LM & GM misconceptions. The study will enable businesses to have an improved grasp over usage of different tools and challenges before actually deploying various lean and green approaches.