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Course Outline

Introduction to 5S

  • Evolution from Henry Ford’s CANDO to the Toyota Production System
  • 5S as the initial step in Lean and continuous improvement
  • Contemporary applications in manufacturing, offices, and digital environments

Identifying Waste and Organizing the Workplace

  • Comprehending the 8 types of waste in Lean
  • Understanding how waste arises and its hidden costs
  • Connecting 5S to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction

The 5S Steps

  • Sort: Red-tagging, removing clutter, practical exercises
  • Set in Order: Visual management, labeling, digital organization
  • Shine: Cleaning as inspection, preventive maintenance
  • Standardize: Visual standards, SOPs, digital templates
  • Sustain: Building habits, audits, leadership role

Beyond 5S: Safety and Sustainability

  • The sixth S – Safety: reducing accidents and risks
  • The seventh S – Sustainability: embedding green practices
  • Integrating 5S into ESG and compliance frameworks

Tools and Techniques

  • Checklists, audits, and scorecards
  • 5S in digital and hybrid workplaces
  • Technology support: mobile apps and digital dashboards

Implementation and Success Factors

  • Developing a 5S battle plan
  • Critical success factors for long-term adoption
  • Change management and leadership buy-in

Practical Exercises and Case Studies

  • Hands-on simulations of each S
  • Real-world examples from manufacturing, services, and office contexts
  • Group exercise: Designing a 5S implementation roadmap

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • No specific prerequisites are required to participate in this course.

Target Audience

  • Lean practitioners and change agents
  • Operational leaders and managers
  • Professionals in manufacturing, service, and office sectors
 7 Hours

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