This master's thesis addresses the development of a structured, scientifically grounded, and practice-oriented guideline for the implementation of Shopfloor Management (SFM) in manufacturing companies. In light of the increasing relevance of digitalization and lean management, the question arises as to how traditional leadership and visualization concepts at the point of value creation can be effectively combined with digital systems. While leanbased SFM concepts aim at cultural change, leadership routines, and continuous improvement, software implementations typically focus on technological integration, data architectures, and system performance. In practice, however, it becomes apparent that both digitalization and lean management are increasingly interconnected and require a shared methodological foundation. To address this issue, a comprehensive literature analysis was conducted on the topics of SFM, lean methods, and software implementation models. Existing concepts were systematically compared, key success factors identified, and appropriate software methodologies evaluated. Based on this, a dedicated implementation model was developed. The results of the analysis show that a successful introduction of (digital) SFM must address technological, organizational, and human challenges. Organizationally, the focus lies particularly on top management support, precise goal definition, cultural change, and process stability; technically, IT infrastructure, data management, and software selection are crucial. On the human level, employee involvement, communication, and qualification play a central role. The differentiation of existing SFM and software approaches demonstrates that an integrative approach is necessary—one that unites all three perspectives. From this, a hybrid implementation model was developed that combines classical planning phases with agile execution. The developed guideline is based on a phase-oriented model consisting of five sequential phases: information, strategic, tactical, operational, and controlling phases. The early phases are classically planned, while the operational phase is designed to be iterative and user centered. Lean methods such as 5S, Heijunka, standardized work, value stream mapping, Kaizen/CIP, visualization, Poka Yoke, and Jidoka support both implementation and operation. Lean leadership is embedded as a cross-cutting cultural element. This thesis provides a structured contribution to the successful implementation of (digital SFM. It links lean implementation with software deployment and offers companies sound guidance for practical application.
Methodische Einführung von Shopfloor Management: Integration von Lean-Methoden und Softwareeinführungsstrategien
Schweiger, A. (Author). 2025
Student thesis: Master's Thesis