The Impact of Culture on Lean Supply Chain Management in the Jordanian Medical Sector: Theoretical Framework

In the medical sector, Lean Supply Chain Management (LSCM) has emerged as a vital strategy for boosting productivity, cutting expenses, and raising overall performance. The application of LSCM techniques has been the subject of numerous research, but the influence of culture on these practices has received less attention. In particular, this study looks at how organizational culture affects how well lean supply chain management approaches are adopted in the medical industry in Jordan. The study uses a comparison method based on relevant previous studies by discussing them and finding gaps in a systematic manner. Previous studies that have investigated the topic are selected to provide a comprehensive understanding of cultural influences on LSCM practices. The analysis will include dimensions such as cultural values. The findings of this study will further knowledge of how cultural considerations affects the adoption of LSCM techniques in the medical sector generally and in Jordan as a developing nation specifically. This study will offer helpful insights for healthcare leaders and supply chain managers looking to improve their operations by identifying cultural barriers and drivers. Understanding how culture and LSCM practices interact will aid organizations in creating specialized tactics that capitalize on cultural advantages while mitigating potential disadvantages. The study’s ramifications go beyond the medical sector because supply chain management is a field in which culture plays an important role. This study adds to the corpus of knowledge in supply chain management by addressing the cultural factors that affect lean supply chain management. The study concludes by highlighting the significance of creating a culture that supports continuous improvement and the effective adoption of Lean Supply Chain Management practices in the medical sector and beyond, as well as in other significant sectors that may support Jordan’s economic situation in the future.