Willis, Drew
Process Implementation Through 5S: Laying the Foundation for Lean
- ISBN 13:
- 9781498747158
- author:
- Willis, Drew
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Productivity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.3 x 22.4 cm
- Genre:
- Business, Finance & Law, Management, Production & Quality Control,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Implementing standardized work and visual controls through Plan-Do-Check-Adjust (PDCA) is crucial for any Lean transformation. This book explains how to lay the foundation for such a change by outlining the relationship between 5S (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) and PDCA. The author shows how these two concepts are interconnected and can be used to implement new processes and improve existing ones. By following this process with your team, you'll not only establish a solid foundation for Lean but also develop a culture of continuous improvement that drives business results and enhances customer value. This book provides a practical roadmap for implementing Lean tools and engaging your team in problem-solving. It's about creating a mindset shift from simply implementing tools to fostering a collaborative environment where problems are identified and solved, ultimately leading to sustained business growth.