Is local authority procurement 'lean'? An exploration to determine if 'lean' can provide a useful explanation of practice

Kim Loader

doi:10.1016/j.pursup.2009.10.001

Is local authority procurement 'lean'? An exploration to determine if 'lean' can provide a useful explanation of practice

Kim Loader

The York Management School

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Abstract

This article makes a contribution to the research debate examining relationships between public and private sector procurement practice by exploring the influence of 'lean' upon procurement practices in English local authorities. A survey found that whilst some characteristics, such as a reducing supply base, resembled those of lean thinking, they could also be associated with a partnership approach. Other evidence highlighted gaps between practice and lean, leading to the conclusion that lean is not currently an influence. However, many procurement officers are aware of the concept and are willing to embrace the idea. There is a need to monitor and examine progress further. (C) 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	41-50
Number of pages	10
Journal	Journal of purchasing and supply management
Volume	16
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pursup.2009.10.001
Publication status	Published - Mar 2010

Keywords

Public sector procurement
Local government
Lean
PUBLIC PROCUREMENT
THINKING
SECTOR
SERVICES

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