lean principles

Why Lean-Management is the solid basis for the fourth industrial revolution: The fourth industrial revolution seems to be the current issue number one. Apart from that well-known consultancies determine a not satisfactory level of implementation concerning Lean methods. The question rises to what extent the implementation of Lean Methods is useful for the introduction of industry 4.0 or if these methods can even be seen as a precondition. Therefore, all common Lean principles and methods were contrasted with the principles and technologies of the industry 4.0. In conclusion, Lean Management is a solid basis for the successful implementation of the fourth industrial revolution for the production of the future. Lean Management can finally be seen as the essential precondition.