Conceptual Aspects of Lean and Agile Philosophies and their Synergy in Improving Production Processes
Anna Dembovskaya* and Irena Kokina
ABSTRACT
The article is devoted to the study of the conceptual aspects of examines the conceptual aspects of the Lean and Agile philosophies. The ability of any organisation to function in rapidly changing conditions increases with the combination of Lean production philosophy (Lean) and flexible production philosophy (Agile). The conceptual aspects and practical tools of these philosophies complement each other and enable effective decision-making, taking into account the main factors influencing production processes: Lean philosophy focuses on reducing production waste, and Agile philosophy focuses on the smooth adaptation of production processes to changing environmental requirements. The article pays special attention to the synergy effect of these two production philosophies and its importance in improving the production processes.
