Posted: March 9th, 2016

discuss how lean management can be applied to a service operation / supply chain, using a specific example to support your discussion

Element 5 relates to lean and is worth 40% of your coursework 1 mark.
You will receive a provisional mark and feedback within 3 weeks of the deadline date.
This essay is worth 40% of your CW1 mark.

In no more than 750 words, discuss how lean management can be applied to a service operation / supply chain, using a specific example to support your discussion.
Ensure that your essay makes reference to the below:
• – How lean can be applied to your specific example.
– How models and tools can be used and adapted.
– Potential issues with lean implementation in services.