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Abstract

Lean manufacturing was accepted as an innovative paradigm-that eliminates waste in any form, anywhere and at any time, relentlessly strives to maintain harmony in the flow of materials and information, and continually attempts to attain perfection. The objective of this research was to identify the problems associated with the manufacturing processes in different industries using Lean Manufacturing and to prepare guidelines for Indian managers in manufacturing industry. The main impacts found are unwanted wastage of raw materials, increased cycle times and decreased labour productivity.

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