How to SUSTAIN Lean 5S – #6 CREATE A CULTURE OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Sustaining Lean 5S is not a one-time event; it requires a deeply ingrained culture of accountability. Here’s how to foster that culture: Leadership Commitment and Participation: Lead by Example: Leaders must actively participate in 5S activities, be accountable for the success of their team, provide the necessary support to empower their staff to succeed, and […]
How to SUSTAIN Lean 5S – #5 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT AND FEEDBACK
Sustaining Lean 5S: Fostering Continuous Improvement through regular Kaizen events and employee feedback requires a multi-faceted approach. Regular Kaizen events reinforce the importance of maintaining 5S initiatives. Here’s a breakdown of key strategies: Cultivate a Continuous Improvement Culture: Confirm Leadership Support This is essential for long-term success. Leadership must support the initiative, provide resources, and […]
How to SUSTAIN Lean 5S – #4 CONTINUOUS TRAINING AND REINFORCEMENT
How to SUSTAIN Lean 5S – #4 Continuous Training and Reinforcement Sustaining 5S requires ongoing effort and a commitment to continuous improvement. Training and reinforcement are crucial for maintaining the gains achieved during the initial implementation phase. Here’s how to effectively sustain 5S through continuous training and reinforcement: Ongoing Training: Regular Refresher Courses: Conduct short, regular […]
Beyond the Basics: 5 Next-Level 5S Improvement Ideas for Success
At the core of the 5S methodology is a philosophy and culture that drives its effectiveness. Your company’s willingness to fully adopt and integrate its principles is crucial to the success of the process. When implemented correctly, a 5S system brings numerous benefits, including reduced costs, enhanced quality, heightened safety, increased productivity, and greater employee […]
The Food Retail Guide to Better Hygiene: Protecting Food and Profits
Avoiding food contamination incidents is a continuous challenge in food retail outlets like grocery stores and supermarkets. Proper cleaning and sanitation, hygiene, and material handling practices must be implemented to mitigate these risks. Equally as important, the selection, cleaning, storage, care, and maintenance of tools and equipment also need to be emphasized. There is no […]
Why Are 5s And Color-Coding Important In The Food Industry?
In the food industry, it is imperative to maintain high levels of cleanliness and organization to ensure the safety of consumers. This is where the 5s in the food industry comes in handy. The 5S approach entails sorting, straightening, shining, standardizing, and sustaining. By implementing this methodology, workers in the food industry can quickly locate the […]
Deep Cleaning Protocols After a Food Manufacturing Facility Shutdown
Deep Cleaning Protocols After a Food Manufacturing Facility Shutdown The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting normal operations for countless food and beverage manufacturers. This disruption may occur due to limited staff numbers (as a result of social distancing requirements, layoffs, or staff sickness); additional cleaning and sanitation requirements in relation to the control of COVID-19 […]
Lean Vs Automation
An important question to consider when going lean. Experts discuss top considerations for making new equipment and lean initiatives work together.
Traditional Pegboards vs Printed Shadow boards? Who wins? You decide.
Shadow boards and peg boards are frequently used both personally and professionally. They help to keep the workplace organised and all of your tools together so that you can locate them easily.