Lean processes

Small lot sizesSet$-$up time reductionManufacturing cellsQuality improvementProduction flexibilityBalanced systemLittle inventory storageFail$-$safe methods

Lean tools

Value stream mappingProcess improvement using $5$W$2$HLean$$and Six SigmaJIT deliveries$$and supply chainLean$$and ERP

Propose a lean operations strategy $($a combination of $2$ processes and $3$ tools$)$ that will enable the operation to eliminate waste, lower production cost, and maintain quality products, including the role of each operations management function $($marketing and sales, finance, and operations$)$ has in implementing the strategy.

Justify the implementation of the proposed lean operations strategy to achieve the company$$s goal of improving its competitive advantage.

The conclusion should summarize key points from the research methods and sampling analysis discussed above.