This bachelor thesis examines the effects of digitalisation tools on production processes in lean management. The aim of the thesis is to identify the theoretical foundations and practical applications of digitalisation tools and to evaluate their influence on the principles of lean management. In the first part of the thesis, digitalisation tools are defined and their basic characteristics are described. These tools include technologies and software solutions that have been developed to improve business processes through digitalisation. They aim to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of information flows, automate processes and enable improved data analyses to support decision-making. The second part then defines lean management as a systematic approach to increasing efficiency through continuous process improvement and eliminating waste. Lean management focuses on retaining only those process steps that actually create value for the customer. The objectives and principles of lean management are explained and its origins in the Toyota Production System are described. The third part of the thesis examines which digitalisation tools offer optimisation of production processes in the area of lean management. Various tools are analysed, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA), digital production management systems such as the Last Planner System (LPS) and the Lean Automation Interface (LAI). These tools make a significant contribution to increasing efficiency, reducing waste and continuous improvement. The analysis shows that digitalisation tools offer decisive advantages for lean management by increasing process efficiency, enhancing transparency and facilitating continuous improvement. The very positive influences of RPA and LAI on throughput time (DLZ) and thus on lean management are particularly noteworthy. Overall, the implementation of digitalisation tools contributes to a significant improvement in production processes and supports the objectives of lean management through optimised resource utilisation and increased process quality. The thesis concludes with a consideration of the long-term effects of these technologies on production processes and provides an outlook on future research priorities.
Einfluss von Digitalisierungstools auf die Produktionsprozesse im Lean Management
Pirringer, P. (Author). 2024
Student thesis: Bachelor's Thesis