695.INTEGRATION OF LEAN PRINCIPLES AND AUTOMATION FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN MANUFACTURING

Authors

  • Argilovski Aleksandar Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje, P.O.Box 464, MK-1001 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia
  • Koleva Radmila Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje, P.O.Box 464, MK-1001 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia
  • Velkovski Trajče Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje, P.O.Box 464, MK-1001 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia
  • Jovanoski Bojan Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje, P.O.Box 464, MK-1001 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia
  • Babunski Darko Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje, P.O.Box 464, MK-1001 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55302/MESJ2543275a

Keywords:

Lean, automation, manufacturing, Industry 5.0

Abstract

Introducing automation in manufacturing can lead to increasing efficiency in the assembly process, reducing Lean production waste, and enhancing operator ergonomics. The purpose of combining automation and Lean is to bridge the gap between digital transformation and human-centric automation, ensuring technological evolution together with the operator's well-being while driving industrial optimization, innovation, and efficiency. According to the review, synergy is required; however, challenges remain in effectively aligning automation with Lean principles. This paper aims to analyze the possibilities for integrating automation and Lean management according to literature, exploring similarities and the implementation practices to achieve sustainable and competitive manufacturing.

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Aleksandar A, Radmila K, Trajče V, Bojan J, Darko B. 695.INTEGRATION OF LEAN PRINCIPLES AND AUTOMATION FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN MANUFACTURING. MESJ [Internet]. 2025 Dec. 29 [cited 2026 Jan. 31];43(2):75-82. Available from: https://www.mesj.ukim.edu.mk/journals/article/view/147

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