Tools for Industrial Enterprises Management Based on the Principles of Lean Manufacturing and ESG

Relevance. To date, most industrial enterprises focus on "green" and environmental standards. Driven by stricter regulations, pressure from investors and changing customer preferences, companies are forced to use technologies that are either completely harmless or the least harmful in comparison with traditional production methods. Such actions involve modifications in many directions, including changes in supply chains, production processes and business models. Companies are also rethinking how their products are developed, designed and used, looking for ways to meet performance and quality requirements while using fewer resources throughout the life cycle of everything they produce.

The purpose – the study of the management process of industrial enterprises based on the principles of lean manufacturing and ESG.

Objectives: compare the similarities and differences between the principles of lean manufacturing and ESG; assess the current state of their implementation at industrial enterprises; as well as consider the criteria for assigning ratings.

Methodology. In this research, theoretical (for example, analytical, descriptive, historical, etc.) and empirical (for example, comparative; forecasting and measurement) research methods are used.

Results. The relevance of such industrial enterprise management tools, which are based on the principles of lean manufacturing and ESG, is revealed – today they are a priority for the economy.

 Conclusions. If an enterprise wants to be highly competitive, it should adhere to the continuous development and improvement of equipment that could reduce emissions into the environment. Such an indicator can be achieved with the introduction of lean manufacturing and ESG tools at the enterprise. Thus, it becomes clear that concern for the environment is closely linked to the success of firms.

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