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Using visual management to improve logistics operations

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Adam Sadowski
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Ryszard Jędrzejczak
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Dorota Starzynska
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Per Engelseth *
DOI:10.1108/IJLSS-02-2021-0032delete
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Abstract

Abstract

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PurposeThis paper aims to show the impact of applied visual management (VM) on performance in logistics operations in the construction industry.Design/methodology/approachA case study was conducted at a branch of an international company located in Poland on VM implementation in the transport and storage of this firm. Active research was used to include the outlook of top management on the implementation and use of VMs.FindingsThis study demonstrates how VM is an effective way to improve performance in the studied logistics functions. The complex nature of the effect is revealed not only in warehouse and transport operations but also in handling operations, improving operational planning and specializing warehouse teams.Originality/valueOrganizational culture, work discipline and value system in the group of production and warehouse workers is of importance in implementing and efficiently using VM resources. Using a VM is complex.
Keywords:
Visual management
Logistics
Transport
Storage
Case study

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International Journal of Lean Six Sigma cover
International Journal of Lean Six Sigma
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University of Lodz
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