Lean Transformation Failure - 6 Reasons Why Lean Fails

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Have you seen lean being failed? What do you think are the reasons of lean failure? 70-80% of lean implementation around the world fails, so why?

The article tackles various problems that can lead to process failure and sustainability issues while focusing on the cultural adaptation, leadership development and influencing human behavior.




The article was published in the International Journal of Lean Thinking, and available for download here:


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