Application of lean methods and tools in servitization : A literature review

• Researchers has been studied and applied lean thinking in different industries and contexts, such as product development, production systems, and sustainability. However, there is a limited knowledge on the application of lean thinking to the servitization context. In particular, there is a lack of theoretical and practical understanding on how to apply lean methods and tools for the benefit of servitization of manufacturing. Based on a systematic literature review, the paper reports specific lean methods and tools that are applied in servitization of manufacturing. Further, the paper discusses enablers and barriers, and opportunities and challenges with the application of lean methods and tools in servitization. Finally, based on the literature analysis, the paper pin points five future research directions to achieve a systematic lean servitization in manufacturing companies.

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Servitization; lean principles; lean servitization; lean methods and tools; product-service systems; service transformation.

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