DIGITAL LEAN MANUFACTURING AND ITS REGIONAL IMPLEMENTATION

Abstract

The article examines the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing the concept of digital lean manufacturing at the regional level. The relevance of the study is driven by the need to increase labor productivity and resource efficiency in the context of digital transformation of the economy and the new national project "Efficient and Competitive Economy." The authors clarify the concept of "digital lean manufacturing" as a synthesis of Lean methodology and advanced digital technologies. Based on the analysis of the experience of Russian regions (Chelyabinsk, Kaluga, Samara, Novgorod regions), key areas, tools, and effects of implementing digital solutions in lean manufacturing practices are identified. Special attention is paid to the role of regional competence centers (RCCs) as drivers of transformation, as well as to the training of personnel capable of working in a digital Lean environment. Practical recommendations are formulated for regional authorities and enterprises to scale successful practices and overcome barriers to the digitalization of lean manufacturing.