Case Studies as a Research Methodology in Production Engineering: A Systematic Review

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https://doi.org/10.22279/navus.v16.1967

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This study conducted a systematic literature review to analyze the use of case studies as a research methodology in production engineering. The main objective was to highlight the contributions, challenges, and opportunities of this approach, providing an integrated view and practical recommendations for its implementation. The review followed the guidelines of Tranfield, Denyer, and Smart (2003), with stages for defining the research question, identifying and selecting relevant studies, evaluating quality, and analyzing data. The search in Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar used keywords related to production engineering. The quality of studies was assessed using instruments such as the Jadad Scale and CASP. Content analysis identified main categories: supply chain risk management and security, operational efficiency and logistics with implementation of lean manufacturing, and sustainability with Lean-Green models and circular economy. The case studies demonstrated applicability in real-world contexts, contributing to theoretical and practical development. It is concluded that case studies are a robust and versatile methodology in production engineering, allowing for in-depth analysis of complex phenomena. Methodological rigor, data triangulation, and validation of results are recommended. The systematic review advances knowledge on best practices in conducting case studies in this field.

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Fernando Bittanti Mantovaneli, Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

Graduado em Engenharia de Produção.

Alexandre Magno de Andrade , Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

MBA em Engenharia de Software.

Mario Vinicio Garcia, Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

Especialização em Gerenciamento de Projetos

George Lucas Moraes Pezzott, Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

Especialização em Gerenciamento de projetos.

Bruno Samways dos Santos, Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

Doutor em Engenharia de Produção e Sistemas.

Syntia Lemos Cotrim, Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

Doutora em Engenharia Química.

Danilo Hisano Barbosa, Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)

Doutor em Engenharia de Produção.

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2025-10-02

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