Análisis Textual sobre la Implementación de Herramientas Lean Manufacturing en Empresas de América Latina

Abstract

The main objective of this research project is to address the specific challenges faced by small and medium enterprises in Latin America during the implementation of Lean Manufacturing for the optimization of their processes, measuring the impact of each implementation through a mixed methodology that includes literature review, case studies, documentary analysis, creation of graphs and impact measurement, complemented with the integration of artificial intelligence technologies to compare the results obtained. With this approach, this project aims to contribute to the knowledge and offer concrete recommendations to boost efficiency and competitiveness through the application of Lean Manufacturing in the Latin American business context. To achieve the above, the various publications found will be categorized according to tools, implementation methodologies, business sectors and the impact that Lean Manufacturing has had on companies in different sectors in Latin America; for this purpose, the Prisma method will be used. Subsequently, the results of the literature review developed will be compiled, classifying, and integrating the different results and impacts related to the subject under study. Finally, the experiences evidenced in the companies with the implementation of Lean Manufacturing will be detailed.