An investigation of barriers to waste management techniques implemented in Indian manufacturing industries using analytical hierarchy process

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify the various barriers in the implementation of waste management techniques in manufacturing organizations.Design/methodology/approachIn this study, 121 SMEs of the manufacturing sector have been extensively surveyed, to assess the relative impact of barriers in the waste management technique in a manufacturing organization. Further, analytical hierarchy process (AHP) has been used to identify the most significant barriers.FindingsMajor barriers in the implementation of a waste management technique in a manufacturing organization have been identified and their weightage has been calculated through the AHP model.Originality/valueThis study will assist the floor managers in manufacturing organizations to identify the major barriers and to plan accordingly for the adequate implementation of waste management technique.