EFFECT OF LEAN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON THE SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCES OF SMALL MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the research is to investigate the effect of lean management practices on the sustainable performances of small medium enterprises in Lagos state, Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach- The survey was used as the main method of data collection. Survey data were collected from 72 respondents from various small medium enterprises operating in Lagos State. The data gathered were tested through the use of both descriptive and inferential method analysis. Findings: The findings revealed that lean management practices significantly impact sustainability performance of SMEs. This provides empirical support for the contention that the adoption of lean management improves or increases the levels of sustainability performance. Recommendation: There is an increasing interest in lean from SMEs in less developed countries even though its implementation is still at an early stage. Thus, further extensive investigation is largely recommended to promote the use of lean among SMEs in these countries. Originality/value – The study empirically investigates the impact of lean management practices on the sustainable performance of SMEs in Lagos State, Nigeria.