Benefits of Using Data-Driven Lean Manufacturing in Textile and Apparel Manufacturing Units in Pakistan

Abstract

The objective of the present study is to investigate the advantages of lean manufacturing in textile and apparel manufacturing facilities in Pakistan. This study examines the influence of lean manufacturing on the time-saving, process efficiency, and industry improvement. Modern organizations are employing lean manufacturing as a critical concept in their operations. There are numerous advantages to employing lean manufacturing; consequently, the textile industry is also transitioning to this methodology. The quantitative methodology employed in this investigation is employed to investigate the current subject matter. The study's data is gathered from the customers and employees of textile and apparel manufacturing units in Pakistan. In order to accumulate data from the respondents of the investigation, questionnaires were implemented. The study's findings suggest that lean manufacturing is significantly positively correlated with industry improvement, process efficiency, and time savings. These three factors are also essential for the success of an organization. This investigation also encompasses practical and managerial implications, future direction, and limitations.