Improving Service Level in Textile SMEs through Lean and MRP Integration: A Case Study
| International Journal of Mechanical Engineering |
| © 2024 by SSRG - IJME Journal |
| Volume 11 Issue 11 |
| Year of Publication : 2024 |
| Authors : Martin Fidel Collao-Diaz, Martha Valeria Saavedra-Cielo, Wilson D. Calderón, Don Reimer |
10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I11P102
How to Cite?
Martin Fidel Collao-Diaz, Martha Valeria Saavedra-Cielo, Wilson D. Calderón, Don Reimer, "Improving Service Level in Textile SMEs through Lean and MRP Integration: A Case Study," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 11, no. 11, pp. 15-23, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I11P102
Abstract:
This case study explores the application of Lean and MRP integration to improve service levels in Peru’s textile industry. The study identifies the challenges faced by textile SMEs in meeting market changes and proposes a model that integrates Lean and MRP methodologies to optimize resources and eliminate waste. The model is applied to a micro-enterprise in the textile sector, and the results are analyzed through quantitative indicators. The study shows a 4% improvement in the main service level indicator, a 3% reduction in the stock-out indicator, a 9% reduction in the downtime index indicator, a 12% reduction in the cycle time indicator, and a 7% reduction in the percentage of defective products. The study also contributes to the literature by proposing an alternative approach to planning production and innovatively combining Lean tools with MRP, which has rarely been explored in previous research. The study provides valuable insights for textile SMEs looking to enhance their operations and improve their level of service.
Keywords:
Lean, MRP, Textile Industry, Lean Manufacturing Tools, SMEs.
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