LEAN OFFICE: STUDY ON THE APPLICABILITY OF THE CONCEPT IN A DESIGN COMPANY
DS 92: Proceedings of the DESIGN 2018 15th International Design Conference
Year: 2018
Editor: Marjanović D., Štorga M., Škec S., Bojčetić N., Pavković N.
Author: Sastre, Ricardo Marques; Saurin, Tarcisio Abreu; Echeveste, Marcia Elisa Soares; de Paula, Istefani Carisio; Lucena, Ronaldo
Series: DESIGN
Section: DESIGN ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT
Page(s): 643-654
DOI number: https://doi.org/10.21278/idc.2018.0294
Abstract
This study has explored the applicability of the concepts related to Lean Manufacturing with focus on service areas, specifically in an office specialized in graphic design of packaging. Through a case study it was possible to deploy and analyse the value stream map of the company’s overall processes. This map has assisted in identification of waste situations and in proposing improvements in the process. It is concluded that Lean concepts have been presented as promising in a graphic design company and are potentially applicable in creative companies.
Keywords: lean manufacturing, packing, design activities, design process, case study