The thesis analyzes the application of Lean Management principles in the management of a dairy cattle farm, with the aim of increasing production efficiency and optimizing resources. Originally developed in the automotive industry, the Lean methodology is adapted here to the agricultural context to reduce waste and improve both animal and human welfare. The study focuses on a medium-sized livestock farm with 800 cattle, where work times and business performance were monitored before and after the implementation of Lean methods. Lean Management identifies eight main forms of waste: transportation, inventory, motion, waiting, overproduction, overprocessing, defects, and underutilization of capabilities. The adoption of Lean included tools such as the "5S" method for organizing spaces, communication boards to enhance operational transparency, and standardized procedures to optimize repetitive activities. After the introduction of Lean methods, the farm experienced greater efficiency in managing human and material resources, improved working conditions, and reduced waste. The benefits include increased productivity, higher milk quality, improved workplace safety, and active employee engagement. This case study highlights the potential of Lean Management in agriculture, demonstrating that a structured and targeted approach can lead to significant results both economically and socially.
La tesi analizza l'applicazione dei principi del Lean Management nella gestione di un allevamento di bovine da latte, con l'obiettivo di incrementare l'efficienza produttiva e ottimizzare le risorse. Originariamente sviluppata nell'industria automobilistica, la metodologia Lean è qui adattata al contesto agricolo per ridurre gli sprechi e migliorare il benessere animale e umano. Lo studio si focalizza su un'azienda zootecnica di medie dimensioni con 800 capi, dove sono stati monitorati i tempi di lavoro e le performance aziendali prima e dopo l'implementazione di metodi Lean. Il Lean Management identifica otto principali forme di spreco: trasporto, inventario, movimento, attesa, sovrapproduzione, processazione eccessiva, difetti e mancato utilizzo delle capacità. L’adozione del Lean ha incluso strumenti come le "5S" per l'organizzazione degli spazi, lavagne di comunicazione per migliorare la trasparenza operativa e procedure standardizzate per ottimizzare le attività ripetitive. Dopo l’introduzione dei metodi Lean, l’azienda ha riscontrato una maggiore efficienza nella gestione delle risorse umane e materiali, un miglioramento delle condizioni di lavoro e una riduzione degli sprechi. I benefici includono un incremento della produttività, una qualità superiore del latte, una maggiore sicurezza sul lavoro e una partecipazione attiva dei dipendenti. Questo caso di studio evidenzia le potenzialità del Lean Management nell’agricoltura, dimostrando che un approccio strutturato e mirato può portare a risultati significativi sia in termini economici sia sociali.
Applicazione dei principi di "Lean Management" alla gestione di una stalla di vacche da latte
FUSTINI, FEDERICO
2024/2025
Abstract
The thesis analyzes the application of Lean Management principles in the management of a dairy cattle farm, with the aim of increasing production efficiency and optimizing resources. Originally developed in the automotive industry, the Lean methodology is adapted here to the agricultural context to reduce waste and improve both animal and human welfare. The study focuses on a medium-sized livestock farm with 800 cattle, where work times and business performance were monitored before and after the implementation of Lean methods. Lean Management identifies eight main forms of waste: transportation, inventory, motion, waiting, overproduction, overprocessing, defects, and underutilization of capabilities. The adoption of Lean included tools such as the "5S" method for organizing spaces, communication boards to enhance operational transparency, and standardized procedures to optimize repetitive activities. After the introduction of Lean methods, the farm experienced greater efficiency in managing human and material resources, improved working conditions, and reduced waste. The benefits include increased productivity, higher milk quality, improved workplace safety, and active employee engagement. This case study highlights the potential of Lean Management in agriculture, demonstrating that a structured and targeted approach can lead to significant results both economically and socially.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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