Table 1

The relevant studies in the existing literature

AuthorsResearch typeContributionIndustry 4.0 technologiesLean techniquesMethodology
Sanders et al. (2016) EmpiricalIdentifying the specific aspects of Industry 4.0 that contribute to various dimensions of lean manufacturingInternet of things, Smart machines, Monitoring, Machine learning, Cloud ComputingJIT, SMED, Pull Production, TPM, Continuous FlowReviewing the literature and determining appropriate solution principles
Jayaram (2016) ConceptualDesigning a supply chain management model utilizing Industry 4.0 techniques to minimize waste and enhance qualityInternet of things, Smart machines, Monitoring, Cloud ComputingLean Six SigmaLogistic model
Wagner et al. (2017) ConceptualDeveloping a framework to assess the impact of Industry 4.0 on lean production systems for industrial companiesBig Data, Internet of things, Cyber–physical System5S, Kaizen, JIT, Jidoka, Heijunka, Standardization, Pull SystemStatistic research and design framework
Tortorella and Fettermann (2018) EmpiricalExploring the correlation between lean production practices and the adoption of Industry 4.0 in Brazilian manufacturing companiesBig Data, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, SimulationJIT, Pull System, One piece flow, Supplier feedbackQuestionnaire development and data collection, clustering of data statistical analysis
Varela et al. (2019) EmpiricalSuggesting a structural equation model for the quantitative measurement of the effects of Lean Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 on sustainabilityBig Data, Cloud Computing, Digitalization, Autonomous RobotsPull Production, Poka-Yoke, JidokaA questionnaire-based survey and statistical analysis
Rossini et al. (2019) EmpiricalExploring the influence of the relation between the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies and the implementation of lean production practices on the enhancement of operational performance in European manufacturing companiesBig Data, Cloud Computing, Digitalization, Artificial Intelligent, Augmented Reality, Cyber–physical System, Internet of Things, SimulationVSM, Kaizen, Kanban, JIT, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Jidoka, TPM, Standardization, Continuous flow, PDCA, Hoshin KanriA questionnaire-based survey and statistical analysis
Ahmed et al. (2020) EmpiricalTo demonstrate three simulations, compare within a Lean Six Sigma projectSimulation, Agent-based ModelLean Six SigmaDiscrete-event simulation
Rosin et al. (2020) ConceptualInvestigating the impact of Industry 4.0 principles on lean techniques while considering their effects in relation to capability levelsCloud Computing, Big Data, Simulation, Autonomous Robots, System integrationJIT, JidokaClassification
Kamble et al. (2020) EmpiricalInvestigating the effects of Industry 4.0 and lean manufacturing practices on sustainable organizational performanceCloud Computing, Big Data, Internet of Things, Augmented Reality, Robotics SystemSupplier Feedback, JIT, Pull systems, Continuous Flow, SMED, TPMA questionnaire-based survey and statistical analysis
Taghavi and Beauregard (2020) Literature ReviewIdentifying significant gaps in the association between lean and Industry 4.0. in the literatureBig Data, Cloud Computing, Digitalization, Artificial Intelligent, Augmented Reality, Cyber–physical System, Internet of Things, SimulationVSM, Kaizen, Kanban, JIT, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Jidoka, TPM, Standardization, Continuous Flow, PDCA, Hoshin KanriSystematic literature review
Pagliosa et al. (2021) Literature ReviewCarrying out a literature review to define the relationships between Industry 4.0 and lean manufacturingCyber Physical System, Smart Factory, Internet of ThingsVSM, Kaizen, Kanban, JIT, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Jidoka, TPM, Standardization, Continuous Flow, PDCA, Hoshin KanriSystematic literature review
Florescu and Barabas (2022) ConceptualAnalyzing the compatibility of Lean tools and Industry 4.0 technologies to create a framework model for their development and integration in manufacturing systemsBig Data, Cloud Computing, Digital Twin, Artificial Intelligent, Augmented Reality, Cyber–physical System, Internet of ThingsVSM, Kaizen, Kanban, JIT, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Jidoka, TPMFramework model
Lobo Mesquita et al. (2022) Literature ReviewEstablishing a framework for research endeavors that incorporate Industry 4.0, lean practices, and environmental sustainabilityBig Data, Smart Machines, Artificial Intelligent, Augmented Reality, Internet of ThingsJIT, TPM, VSM, Autonomation, 5S, KanbanSystematic literature review
Ahmed et al. (2023) EmpiricalProposing a framework that combines Lean Six Sigma and simulation applications to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in an LED manufacturing companySimulation, Agent-based ModelLean Six SigmaDMAIC and DMADV
Narula et al. (2023) EmpiricalIntroducing a conceptual model that illustrates the influence of Industry 4.0 technologies on lean toolsInternet of Things, Simulation, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Augmented RealityVSM, Kaizen, Kanban, JIT, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Jidoka, TPM, Standardization, Continuous flow, PDCA, Hoshin KanriA questionnaire-based survey, Statistical analysis and BWM
Rossini et al. (2023) Literature ReviewEngaging in a literature review focused on the integration of Industry 4.0 and lean supply chain managementSmart machines, Digitalization, Internet of ThingsJITSystematic literature review
Singhal et al. (2024) Literature ReviewConducting a literature review on lean practices and TQM approaches for creating a sustainable supply chain within the context of Industry 4.0Big Data, Internet of Things, Cloud ComputingJIT, TQMSystematic literature review
Rathi et al. (2024) EmpiricalProviding guidelines for enterprises to integrate the LSS approach with blockchain technologyBlockchainLean Six SigmaLiterature Review and BLSS model
Kumar et al. (2024) EmpiricalDetermining the critical success factors for integrating LSS implementation with Industry 4.0 in Indian manufacturing industryBig Data, Internet of ThingsLean Six SigmaInterpretive structural modeling and MICMAC
This studyEmpiricalIntegrating LSS implementation and supply chain operations within the framework of the Industry 4.0 conceptSmart machine, Image processing, Internet of things, BlockchainLean Six Sigma, VSM, 5S, Kaizen, A3 problem solving, CONWIPANP + Goal Programming, Axiomatic Design, Framework model

Note(s): JIT: Just-in-time, VSM: Value Stream Mapping, TPM: Total Productive Maintenance, PDCA: Plan-Do-Check-Act, SMED: Single-Minute Exchange of Die, DMAIC: Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve- Control, DMADV: Define- Measure- Analyze- Design- Verify, BWM: Best-Worst Method, ANP: Analytic Network Process, TQM: Total Quality Management, BLSS: Blockchain and Lean Six Sigma

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