Integration of human factors and ergonomics into lean implementation: ergonomic-value stream map approach in the textile industry

Industries started adopting lean concepts to provide better value to customers and to sustain themselves in a competitive world. Evidence revealed lean implementation worsens workers’ life quality due to the adopters’ consideration of lean’s technical practices alone and neglecting the vital role played by human factors and ergonomics (HFE). Hence, the study aims to integrate HFE and lean implementation to enhance workers’ life quality and...