Implementing 5s in the workplace: How to use 5s in the lean production

Adopting activities that help maintain orderliness in the work environment is vital for the smooth operations of a company. And, this can be achieved by introducing 5S in the workplace. This approach not only helps employees learn to reduce waste, in-process inventory and unplanned downtime but also improves their working conditions.

Besides learning to clean up and optimise productivity, lean 5S methodology helps achieve more consistent operational results. This method focuses on organising the workplace in its existing configuration. Further, these efforts lead to developing and sustaining a productive work environment. 

A typical 5S implementation plan can help reduce the requirement of physical space