Investigating application of lean tools in design of health care facilities
Among the early adopters of lean principles, the health care facilities are on the forefront. There are notable case studies of healthcare facilities being designed and delivered by keeping in mind the principles of lean philosophy. The adoption of lean tools in design of these facilities brought substantial benefits like cost savings, reduction in timeoverruns, user satisfaction and so on. The Indian health sector is undergoing transformation, with focus on satisfaction of patients and long range planning of capital facilities. Especially, the design of these facilities is expected to undergo transformation, with new thinking and innovative technologies.
