Improving Production Efficiency in the Batik Industry Based on Lean Manufacturing from an Operations Management Perspective

The batik industry plays a strategic role in supporting local economic development; however, its production processes often face inefficiencies related to waste, long lead times, and suboptimal workflow management. This study aims to develop a conceptual framework for improving production efficiency in the batik industry through the application of lean manufacturing principles from an operations management perspective. Using a conceptual and literature-based approach, this article reviews key lean principles, including value creation, waste elimination, continuous improvement, and process flow optimization, and contextualizes them within the characteristics of batik production. The proposed framework highlights potential areas of waste reduction and operational improvement that can enhance productivity and operational performance. This study contributes theoretically by enriching the discussion of lean manufacturing in small and medium-sized cultural industries and provides managerial insights for practitioners seeking to optimize batik production processes.