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Lessons from a Lean Consultant
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Lessons from a Lean Consultant

by Chris A. Ortiz
March 2008
Intermediate to advanced
208 pages
4h 53m
English
Pearson
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Glossary

5S

A methodology for organizing, cleaning, developing, and sustaining a productive work environment.

• Sort: Remove all unnecessary items from the work area.

• Straighten: Organize what is needed so that it is easily identifiable in a designated place.

• Scrub: Clean everything.

• Standardize: Follow consistent best practices.

• Sustain: Maintain the improvements, and provide opportunities for additional improvements.

5S audit form

A form that is used to monitor the 5S program and to ensure that improvements are made when there are deviations from the program. Audits should be performed weekly to ensure that the program is sustained.

5S tracking sheet

A visual tool that is displayed on the production floor to show how each process ...

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