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SimLean : utilising simulation in the implementation of lean in healthcare

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Robinson, Stewart, Radnor, Z. J., Burgess, Nicola and Worthington, Claire (2012) SimLean : utilising simulation in the implementation of lean in healthcare. European Journal of Operational Research, Vol.219 (No.1). pp. 188-197. doi:10.1016/j.ejor.2011.12.029

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Abstract

Discrete-event simulation (DES) and lean are approaches that have a similar motivation: improvement of processes and service delivery. Both are being used to help improve the delivery of healthcare, but rarely are they used together. This paper explores from a theoretical and an empirical perspective the potential complementary roles of DES and lean in healthcare. The aim is to increase the impact of both approaches in the improvement of healthcare systems. Out of this exploration, the 'SimLean' approach is developed in which three roles for DES with lean are identified: education, facilitation and evaluation. These roles are demonstrated through three examples of DES in action with lean. The work demonstrates how the fusion of DES with lean can improve both stakeholder engagement with DES and the impact of lean.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: R Medicine > R Medicine (General)
T Technology > T Technology (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School > International Centre for Governance & Public Management
Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Operations research, Discrete-time systems, Medical care -- Simulation methods
Journal or Publication Title: European Journal of Operational Research
Publisher: Elsevier Science BV
ISSN: 0377-2217
Official Date: 2012
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2012Published
Volume: Vol.219
Number: No.1
Number of Pages: 10
Page Range: pp. 188-197
DOI: 10.1016/j.ejor.2011.12.029
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access
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