Exploring perceptions of Lean in the public sector

This paper explores discourses around Lean by examining the perceptions of new users of Lean in the public sector. The paper draws on actor-network theory as the basis for exploring what these new users think about Lean and uses data analysis tools to extrude concepts of significance. The data sugge...

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Published in:Public money & management Vol. 43; no. 1; pp. 64 - 72
Main Authors: Andersson, Gunnar, Lynch, Matthew P. J., Johansen, Frode Ramstad, Fineide, Mona Jerndahl, Martin, Douglas
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Oxford Routledge 02-01-2023
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Summary:This paper explores discourses around Lean by examining the perceptions of new users of Lean in the public sector. The paper draws on actor-network theory as the basis for exploring what these new users think about Lean and uses data analysis tools to extrude concepts of significance. The data suggests that Lean continues to retain diverse, parallel and competing perspectives. The responses also signal that key concepts of Lean are missing from the discourses, and that this highlights a need to discuss Lean as a mindset-not just as a set of tools. The paper suggests future directions for research to further explore the issues emphasised by respondents.
ISSN:0954-0962
1467-9302
DOI:10.1080/09540962.2020.1847454