A Conceptual Framework for Lean Manufacturing Under Uncertainty Conditions in the Graphic Industry

This article presents a conceptual framework that serves as a reference to propose a quantitative approach based on lean manufacturing (LM) techniques in an uncertainty context. To develop it, five input factors are defined with an influence in such a context: top management, supply chain, machines, processes, human resources. In addition, their interaction with LM tools and quantitative models for production planning under uncertainty is identified. It also determines the performance outputs obtained with the proper management of LM tools and quantitative models in each identified input factor. The objective of the application of such a conceptual framework is oriented towards improving an organisation’s performance from a LM perspective under uncertainty because it is an under researched topic that requires future research efforts, particularly in the graphic industry.