IMPACT OF LEAN MANUFACTURING ON SUPPLIER INTEGRATION STRATEGY FOR LEAN MANUFACTURING ADOPTION IN SUPPLY CHAINS

Abstract

Purpose of study: The research study was aimed at identifying the factors that impact the operational performance of any organization. The study further defines how lean manufacturing and supplier integration impact on organizations operational performance. Methodology: In this research, deductive approach was adopted whereby hypotheses were first developed with the help of variables identified in the literature. The research is based on primary quantitative data which was collected from a selected sample of respondents with the help of a research instrument i.e. a well-structured questionnaire. The data was analyzed with the help of statistical tools Pearson’s correlation and Regression analysis, using software SPSS, version 22. Findings: The findings of the research suggest that, there is a direct and positive impact of supplier integration and lean manufacturing on operational performance. Although there are many other factors too which impact the operational performance of the organization. Performance of any organization can be improved by implementing new practices which may increase efficiency and effectiveness. Implications: The study is considered quite useful for the management of many industries of Pakistan as lean manufacturing is not being followed by many companies in Pakistan. Managers of other industries may also benefit from the finding of this study. Future scholars and academia may also take lead from the results of this study and undertake similar research on organizations of different industries.