The 5S approach is a tool best used within an organization at every stratum. LSS practitioners don’t typically adhere to the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. Virtual workplaces can be organized with the same ...

Does keeping an organized workplace really create a competitive advantage? A Minnesota machining/fabricating shop is showing how the 5S Method promotes worker safety and raises plant productivity.

In many companies, 5S often gets treated like the vegetable salad at a company-sponsored buffet — everyone knows it’s good for one’s health, but many silently skip it for the steak.

Challenge: A global manufacturer was focused on reallocating labor to reduce product damage and costs. Within its dynamic environment, it was crucial to adhere to safety protocols while improving ...

Learn how 5S provides a “disciplined” approach to plant organization. Learn how to implement the first 3 S Sort, Set in Order, and Shine. Understand the benefits of the first 3 S to you and your ...