Table 1.

Summarizes the CSFs identified in the literature on DG and LSS, providing a comparative overview of both frameworks

CSFsDGLSSSynchronization
Leadership and accountabilityDefines data authority and compliance oversightEnforces execution discipline through DMAICDG sets governance authority; LSS operationalizes accountability
Standardization and process alignmentEnsures consistent data definitions and policiesReduces process variation through standard workflowsDG standardizes data; LSS standardizes process execution
Cross-Functional collaborationCoordinates data ownership across unitsEnables team-based problem-solving and improvementDG structures ownership; LSS enables execution collaboration
Metrics and performance monitoringTracks data quality and compliance KPIsUses process metrics and variation controlDG measures data integrity; LSS measures process performance
Training and awarenessBuilds governance roles, responsibilities and data literacyDevelops analytical and improvement skills (DMAIC tools)DG builds governance capability; LSS builds improvement capability
Partnerships and supplier collaborationEnsures external data integrity and compliance alignmentExtends process improvement to suppliers and value chainDG governs data exchange; LSS optimizes end-to-end processes
Control and complianceEnforces policies, auditability and data controlUses statistical control and corrective action cyclesDG ensures compliance; LSS ensures continuous control
Innovation and adaptabilityBalances governance control with evolving data needsDrives continuous improvement and experimentationDG stabilizes governance; LSS drives adaptive improvement
Communication and information sharingStructures governance communication and reportingEnables feedback loops and operational transparencyDG formalizes communication; LSS enables performance feedback
Source(s): Authors’ own work

or Create an Account

Close Modal
Close Modal