Design of a comprehensive methodology for the lean manufacturing implementation in the colombian context

Introduction: This article is a product of the "Design of a comprehensive methodology for the Lean Manufacturing implementation in the Colombian context" research, carried out during 2019, 2020 and 2021 in Bogota, Cundinamarca. Challenge: Existing Lean Manufacturing implementation methodologies do not take into account the organizational culture aspects of the country in which it is being developed, making it difficult for its full implementation. Objective: Present a comprehensive implementation methodology that increases the successful Lean Manufacturing application in the Colombian industry. Methodology: This article presents the review and analysis of the existing implementation methodologies and the results of the analysis of problems in implementation processes in the Colombian industry, as well as the comprehensive implementation methodology designed. Results: To achieve a successful Lean Manufacturing implementation in the Colombian context, it's necessary to carry out an adequate implementation process' follow-up, the company's Senior Managers commitment, the definition of appropriate leaders for the implementation process and the adequate personnel training. Conclusion: This project seeks to develop a flexible methodology that adapts to organizational conditions. Originality: This research integrates key success factors associated with the Colombian context in the implementation's methodology. Limitations: The size of the sample to diagnose the Lean Manufacturing implementation degree in the Colombian industry, from which the key success factors are taken to be included in the methodology.