Lean 5s lays the foundation for success How frustrating! Nothing can be found at a moment`s notice, paper work is piling up, files are all over the place. Work is inefficient, stressful and not very zen. SORT O.k where do we start? Let`s sort this area. What is really necessary to perform my job? All the rest must go. SET IN ORDER Everything has a home. Visual management is a great strategy. ie: Items are color coded & trace the outline of the items where they`re meant to be. SHINE Make everything “pika pika” or spic & span. Cleanliness in the office helps us to work well & impress clients. Very zen. SUSTAIN Let`s celebrate a job well done! And...don`t stop. Routine is the momentum that keeps us going. 整理 Seiri 整頓 Seiton 清掃 Seiso 清潔 Seiketsu 躾 Shitsuke STANDARDIZE “Do your best.” “Work harder.” No long lasting results can be kept with this approach. Standards, checklists and guidelines are essential. The Essence of Japanese 5s By Kozo Sakano An elderly gentleman Suddenly appeared And spoke to me In my office. He revealed He had helped thousands of companies to grow Throughout his life. 5s brings about Zen state of mind 5s brings about Zen state of work environment, Lean 5s Sort Set in Order Shine Standardize Sustain Ah! Much better. He talked about The essence of kaizen. He unveiled 5s is essential to good kaizen. Giving beauty and dignity To all of us. 5s Poster Created by Process Improvement Japan © 2011