On an Operational Excellence Journey, chaos and unproductivity are your enemies.
Organization and efficiency are your allies. If implemented correctly and followed diligently, 5S will lead to:But how? Take a look at the 5 Pillars of Lean 5S, courtesy of the Lean 5S Guide - available on BTOES Insights now.
Sort and separate necessary and unnecessary items in the area. The goal of Sort is to eliminate all of the unneeded tools and materials and to create a space that is free of clutter. This allows for a workflow free from distraction!
A good rule of thumb is: “If you do not use it on a daily basis – throw it out.” Leave only the things that you absolutely need to get your job done.
Set in Order is the process of putting everything in a place that is easy to get to. All items should be clearly marked so anyone could easily find its proper home.
The goal of Set in Order is to create a standardized and consistent way to store and retrieve tools and materials. The key here is standardization. The user must develop this system based on how often the tools and materials are accessed and the process that uses them.
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Shine is most likely the most literal of the pillars for Excellence from the Lean 5S Guide - it literally means to remove all the dirt and grime and to keep the workplace clean on daily basis. You want to get it clean and keep it clean.
When you implement this step, two things will happen. First, your employees will love coming to work in such a clean and bright environment. And second, because you are keeping the equipment and your surroundings in such great shape, you will have fewer injuries and fewer equipment breakdowns. Fewer Issues = Fewer Costs.
Standardize creates a system of tasks and procedures that will ensure that the principles of 5S are performed on a daily basis. This is essentially the process of turning your good plans into good habits! At this stage there are 3 major suggestions: 1) Make sure that each employee knows his responsibilities, 2) Make it a part of their daily routine, and 3) Periodic evaluation.
Probably the most challenging stage, Sustain is the final pillar of the 5S system, and its Chief objective is to give your staff the commitment and motivation to follow each step, day in and day out.
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