Lean methodology as a way of improving operations in an office environment
Keywords:
Lean Methodology, Value, Lean Office, Waste, Standardised ProcessesAbstract
Today, because of dynamic technological advances and intensified market competition, companies, as never before, struggle to remain competitive. Therefore, their management has to be able to not only respond quickly to the changing conditions of conducting business, but also think a few steps ahead. In this situation, the utilization of Lean can be considered as an additional competitive advantage. Lean has already proven its effectiveness and ability to significantly influence the business performance of manufacturing companies. This article examines Lean methodology and its techniques as well as possibilities of its utilisation in administrative areas, particularly in an office environmentReferences
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