continuous improvement strategy in traditional shipyard industry: a holistic approach towards sustainability

The sustainability of the traditional shipyard industry relies heavily on continuous improvement is to the production process, with the aim of optimizing it by reducing waste. to address this need, this study proposes the use of a value stream mapping tool integrated with sustainability indicators to suggest ideas for continuous improvement in the traditional shipyard industry. the main contribution of this research is the development of a concept that enables the assessment of measurable environmental, economic, and social systems in the shipbuilding process in traditional shipyards, allowing for continuous monitoring of changes in the shipbuilding system. the research method included a literature review, direct observation through fieldwork, and discussions with owners, management, employees, and operators on ship production in several traditional shipyards in aceh. the findings suggest that the proposed concept can provide direction for improvement, leading to continuous enhancement in ship production in traditional shipyards. this research provides valuable insights for industry practitioners and policymakers on how to achieve sustainability through continuous improvement in traditional shipbuilding.