Author(s):
1. Zorana Tanasić, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
2. Goran Janjic, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
3. Mirko Sokovic, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Slovenia
4. Borut Kosec, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Natural Science and Engineering, Slovenia
5. Goran Jotic, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract:
The research presented in this paper is the integration of LEAN principles to reduce waste and Green principles to assess environmental impacts. LEAN has the ability to identify waste in processes but does not quantify the environmental impact of the process. Also, the paper aims to highlight the importance of a holistic approach to the exploration of the impact on the environment, society and economy, and establishment of social responsibility and sustainable development.

Key words:
Sustainable development,LEAN,GREEN,holistic approach

Thematic field:
Quality and Ecology

Date of abstract submission:
02.03.2015.

Conference:
12th International conference on accomplishments in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and Information Technology (DEMI 2015)

Final paper