... of lean manufacturing (LM). This is particularly true of the achievement of continuous flow and production lead time reduction. This article proposes, applies and evaluates a framework for measuring the degree of lean maturity in accordance with such premises. Design/methodology/approach Initially, LM...

...) to build a framework to identify the constructs of e-waste supply chain risk management. Findings The paper revealed the theoretical relationship between important variables to achieve e-waste supply chain risk management via a circular economy (CE) framework. These variables include reverse logistics...

..., and lastly proposing a framework for OE deployment in SMEs. Design/methodology/approach Data for the deployment scores of operational excellence procedures (OEPs) were collected through a structured questionnaire survey. Nine hundred participants from a stratified random sample were approached...

...Narottam Yadav; Mathiyazhagan Kaliyan; Tarik Saikouk; Susobhan Goswami; Ömer Faruk Görçün Purpose The present paper proposes a framework for zero-defect manufacturing in Indian industries. Due to the current competitive market, there is a strong need to achieve zero defects from the customer's...

... the integration of peace engineering and compassionate operations by proposing an integrative framework and identifying the main drivers regarding social good, considering the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) landscape. Design/methodology/approach The authors used a two-stage methodology by employing...

...Nghiep Tuan Ha; Mohammadreza Akbari; Bill Au Purpose The main objective of this paper is to provide a systematic literature review (SLR) and structured insight into last mile delivery, ultimately identifying gaps in current knowledge and proposing a framework for future research direction in terms...

... contributed a concrete, concise, comprehensive and context specific framework. Research limitations/implications The nature of the BSC framework paves the way for continuous assessment and eventually helps the institutions to attain sustainable growth. This research contributes to the literature...

...Sachin Agarwal; Ravi Kant; Ravi Shankar Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine and compare extant framework in humanitarian supply chain management (HSCM) and to propose a framework on humanitarian supply chain (HSC) performance measurement based on the content, context and process...

...Kuldip Singh Sangwan; Vikrant Bhakar; Abhijeet K. Digalwar Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a framework and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the sustainability of the manufacturing organizations along the integrated supply chain. Design/methodology/approach...

...Joshua Oluwasuji Dada; Godwin Onajite Jagboro Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a conceptual framework for assessing quantity surveyors’ competence level. Design/methodology/approach Delphi survey research approach was adopted for the study. This involved a survey of panel...

.... Originality/value In this paper a high-level decision-making model for outsourcing and a cause and effect type framework are demonstrated with a view to ease the decision-making process for the organizations managers. Maqsood Ahmad Sandhu can be contacted at: maqsoods@uaeu.ac.ae 21 06 2017 23...

...Yewande Adetoro Adewunmi; Reuben Iyagba; Modupe Omirin Purpose Benchmarking in FM practice although understood and applied globally, little is known about the practice in Nigeria. The purpose of this paper is to develop a framework to guide the use of benchmarking. Design/methodology/approach...

... Justification Investment analysis Interpretation Framework IS leadership IT cost IT spending IT budget © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2016 Emerald Group Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only 26 01 2015 06 11 2015 11 11 2015 Vlad Krotov can be contacted...

... indicators no data were available to evaluate progress (e.g. waste generation, recycling, compositing, and landfill diversion) yet these are among the key measures for an eco-industrial park. Practical implications – Proposed framework, indicators and lessons learned are of value for researchers...