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eISSN: 2581-9615 || CODEN: WJARAI || Impact Factor 8.2 ||  CrossRef DOI

Research and review articles are invited for publication in March 2026 (Volume 29, Issue 3) Submit manuscript

Innovative approaches to enhancing logistics for adapting to the evolving demands of manufacturing companies in East Africa through improved lean strategies

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Simon Attah Lawrence * and Munashe Naphtali Mupa

SC Johnson College of Management, SC Johnson School of Business, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA.
 
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World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(03), 2179-2198
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.2840
DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.2840
 
Received on 02 August 2024; revised on 16 September 2024; accepted on 18 September 2024
 
This article explores innovative approaches to enhancing logistics for manufacturing companies in East Africa through improved lean strategies. The region faces numerous logistical challenges, including poor infrastructure, political instability, and supply chain disruptions. These issues are critical barriers to the competitiveness and growth of East African manufacturers in a globalized market. By adopting lean strategies such as Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory management, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), companies can streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
The article highlights the importance of localizing lean practices to fit the unique context of East Africa, emphasizing the need for a cultural shift towards continuous improvement and innovation. Additionally, it underscores the role of advanced technologies, public-private partnerships, and regional collaborations in optimizing logistics systems. The future of logistics in East Africa is seen as promising, with opportunities arising from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the potential for technological advancements to reshape the logistics landscape.
Ultimately, the article calls for concerted efforts from governments, businesses, and NGOs to invest in infrastructure, foster innovation, and promote sustainable logistics practices. By doing so, East African manufacturers can overcome current challenges and position themselves for long-term success in the global market.
 
Africa; Companies; East; Lean; Logistics; Manufacturing
 
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Simon Attah Lawrence and Munashe Naphtali Mupa. Innovative approaches to enhancing logistics for adapting to the evolving demands of manufacturing companies in East Africa through improved lean strategies. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(3), 2179-2198. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.2840

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