Lean Logistics Management for Efficiency Improvement and Waste Reduction in Supply Chains
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This study aims to (1) review and synthesize the literature related to the concept of lean logistics, (2) explain the application of lean principles in logistics and supply chain systems to enhance operational efficiency, and (3) propose policy-oriented and practical guidelines for developing sustainable and globally competitive organizations. The synthesis of the literature indicates that lean logistics, derived from lean production systems, serves as a critical framework for improving logistics processes through the elimination of non-value-adding activities, the enhancement of process flow continuity, and the efficient utilization of resources.
Furthermore, the integration of lean principles with digital technologies under the Logistics 4.0 paradigm—such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and automation—significantly enhances real-time visibility, decision-making accuracy, and system agility within logistics operations. In parallel, the incorporation of environmental considerations through Lean–Green integration supports the simultaneous improvement of economic performance and environmental outcomes. The findings of this study underscore that lean logistics functions as a strategic framework that aligns operational efficiency, digital transformation, and sustainability, thereby strengthening organizational competitiveness in the global economic context.
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