If your company is like most organizations, you’re searching for a
competitive edge. Something that will reduce costs, increase sales,
and make you more agile in a changing business environment.
You’ve found it.
Simply put, 5S is a systematic approach to workplace organization.
But it’s also much more than that. 5S is about efficiency,
competitiveness, and survival. It is a deceptively simple system that
creates an organized and productive workplace.
It’s not just about cleaning up and eliminating toolboxes. 5S creates
a workplace environment that can adapt and succeed.
Chaos and unproductivity are your enemies, organization and
efficiency is your ally.
If implemented correctly and followed diligently, 5S will lead to:
• Lower costs
• Better quality
• Improved safety
• Increased productivity
• Higher employee satisfaction
From the offices of upper management to the workstations in the
factory, the power of this system will quickly reveal itself in your
bottom line.
The Five Pillars
Originally developed by Hiroyuki Hirano for manufacturing
companies in Japan, the principles of 5S translate well to the
laboratory, the repair facility, and even the corporate office. Almost
any work environment will benefit from the structure and efficiency
this model provides.
5S is sometimes called the five pillars because just like the physical
pillars that hold up a structure, 5S has five elements that support the
effectiveness of the system.
And just like the pillars of a building, if one was to weaken or fail, the
entire structure would fall.
The five steps/pillars of 5S are:
1 Sort
2 Set in Order
3 Shine
4 Standardize
5 Sustain
For a free 5S learning session for you and your team, why not contact us today, and get started in the elimination of waste in your business.