Acceptability of Lean Six Sigma in a developing economy: Results from exploratory research in Nigerian consulting companies

Umude-Igbru, Oviri; Price, Brian

doi:10.1109/ieom.2015.7093706

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“…In addition, there are primarily few studies about LSS practices in developing countries (Malik and Blumenfeld, 2012;Campos, 2013). Indeed, the acceptability and practicability of the LSS initiative in organisations in developing economies remain unexplored in case studies (Umude-Igbru and Price, 2015). In fact, the majority of the case studies on LSS that are available in the literature have been conducted in developed countries, such as the UK and the USA (Albliwi et al (2015)).…”

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“…In fact, the majority of the case studies on LSS that are available in the literature have been conducted in developed countries, such as the UK and the USA (Albliwi et al (2015)). The application of LSS, however, varies in different regions of the world in terms of both level of understanding and acceptability (Umude- Igbru and Price, 2015). Studies in different contexts should be conducted to contribute to the theoretical and practical applications of the concept, especially in emerging economies.…”

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Lean Six Sigma in developing countries: evidence from a large Brazilian manufacturing firm

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Sousa-Zomer

Cauchick‐Miguel

2018

IJLSS

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Purpose Although the literature on Lean Six Sigma (LSS) implementation has evolved, a deeper understanding of the LSS practices applied in organisations in developing countries is needed. This paper aims to analyse LSS in a manufacturing company in the context of LSS implementation in an emerging economy. Design/methodology/approach This paper uses case-based research. Data collected in a large manufacturing company through multiple sources of evidence were triangulated to derive the findings. This paper analyses aspects related to the implementation of both programmes and their synergy, as well as some critical and failure factors. Findings The main results show that Lean and Six Sigma are applied separately in two different programmes. Some aspects that are necessary to increase the integration of both approaches were identified while considering each phase of the DMAIC and the current approach applied by the company. Although some positive results have been achieved, there are many critical and failure factors that may influence the implementation of both approaches, such as employee training and changes in the organisational environment. Finally, the comprehensive integration of both approaches needs to be undertaken by the company. Research limitations/implications The findings from this single case study cannot be generalised. Practical implications This paper may be used as a guiding reference for managers and consultants to help them when working towards more successful LSS implementation. Originality/value First, this paper investigates LSS in a manufacturing firm located in a developing country; this issue is still seldom addressed in the literature. Second, it may contribute to practitioners’ knowledge by delivering insights into a real context, as well as the relevant issues to be addressed when implementing LSS in similar contexts.

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Lean Six Sigma in developing countries: evidence from a large Brazilian manufacturing firm

Scheller¹,

Sousa-Zomer

Cauchick‐Miguel

2018

IJLSS

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Effect of six sigma on performance of medium scale manufacturing firms in south-eastern Nigeria

Okafor

Agbaeze

Ekoja

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IRJMIS

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The effect of Six Sigma on Performance of MSF's in SouthEast Nigeria. The main objective is to determine the effects of Six Sigma on the performance of MSF's in SouthEast , Nigeria. While others are to: determine the extent at which process defines influence the customers' patronage of their product, determine the extent at which process measurement influences product positioning and determine the extent at which improvement on production processes influence customers retention. The result shows that process definition practice among MSF's significantly influenced customers' patronage, process measurement among MSF's was found significant influencing positioning and production improvement significantly influenced customer retention among MSF's in SouthEast Nigeria. The study concluded adoption of Six Sigma practices positively influences the performance of the MSF's in SouthEast Nigeria.

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Awareness and Willingness to Adopt Lean Technology among Micro Small Medium Enterprises in Nigeria

John

2024

AJIBM

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The purpose of this study is to measure the level of awareness of lean technology among micro small medium enterprises (MSME) operating in Nigeria and evaluate their willingness to adopt it. Micro small medium enterprises for many decades have proven to be the strength of Nigeria economy, as it constitutes over 90% of the existing enterprises while creating millions of Jobs. As important as micro small medium enterprises are to Nigeria economy, they have very high mortality rate ranking globally, their inability to perform, deliver can be attributed to harsh, unstable business environment. The numerous challenges facing Micro small medium enterprises can be defeated, if the right management tools are deployed. Reduction of systematic waste associated with doing business in Nigeria, by introduction of lean technology to Micro small medium enterprise, will greatly enhance their operational efficiency and improve their performance; thereby cutting to large extent their high mortality rate. For micro small medium enterprises to understand and embrace lean technology there must be high level of awareness and willingness to adopt it. Quantitative research method was used in analyzing valid data from 137 respondents spread across different regions and who identified as micro small medium enterprises. The finding shows that micro small medium enterprises operators in Nigeria are not aware of the existence of lean technology, therefore are not willing to adopt it in operating their businesses.

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Acceptability of Lean Six Sigma in a developing economy: Results from exploratory research in Nigerian consulting companies

Cited by 3 publications

References 26 publications

Lean Six Sigma in developing countries: evidence from a large Brazilian manufacturing firm

Lean Six Sigma in developing countries: evidence from a large Brazilian manufacturing firm

Effect of six sigma on performance of medium scale manufacturing firms in south-eastern Nigeria

Awareness and Willingness to Adopt Lean Technology among Micro Small Medium Enterprises in Nigeria

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