5S

5S is the name of a workplace organization methodology that uses a list of five Japanese words which, transliterated and translated into English, start with the letter S.

5S can be many things. It can be a powerful technique for developing an organization and deploying a new lifestyle. It can help improve communication between the shop floor and support departments. It can help develop the characteristics employees require to be part of a world class organization. It can reduce injuries, downtime, defects, lead times, inventories and associated production costs.

This week, a look at 5S.

TTFN, Fred.

Quote of the week: "Madness has no purpose. Or reason. But it may have a goal." - Commander Spock, Star Trek: The Original Series, "The Alternative Factor"

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5S