From Lean to Sustainable Manufacturing – An Overview

Purpose: The purpose of the research is to present comparison and connection between three manufacturing paradigms, Lean, Green, Sustainable Manufacturing. Design/Methodology/Approach: methodology based on literature review including, definitions, methods tools, as well main challenges. Findings: Transition towards Manufacturing has been taking place in an evolutionary way may be traced context changes production paradigms. paradigms presented paper do not cover all examples classification contained literature, since, they only indicate learn theories challenges that scientific community economic practitioners must face. Practical Implications: Lean green tools support realization sustainable processes Originality/Value: presents synergy every Every new paradigm generally considers objectives approaches previous one, so integrating lean approach a natural consequence. combination these two concepts enables achieving synergetic effect even if trade-off balance divergent goals. shift from conventional practices more led better compliance with regulations standards order enhance corporate brand image while pursuing benefits environmental societal responsibility.