2. 5 ‘S’
Purpose
To improve efficiency by
implementing order in an area from
eliminating waste and introducing a
discipline to maintain standards.
Implementation
This implementation will be useful by
organizing a cluttered space and
creating a strict set of rules to follow
through with self-discipline.
8. SEITON (STRAIGHTEN)
Group the items that are going back
on the desk in a logical matter:
Balloons
Books
Extra office supplies
Jewelry
Nerf guns
Paper
Pictures
Printer
Sticky notes
TV/ remote
Writing utensils
10. SEISO (SHINE)
Clean the area:
Wipe the desk down with a Clorox wipe
Wipe dusty items with a dust rag.
11. SEIKETSU (STANDARDIZE)
New set of rules:
When you take out an item, put it back
in it’s place when you are done.
Keep the office supplies stocked and
organized.
Maintain the surrounding area to
reduce unnecessary clutter.
Throw away unnecessary paperwork
instead of setting it on the desk.
Take all dishes to the kitchen.
Wipe the desk weekly.
12. SHITSUKE (SUSTAIN)
Strengthen self-discipline:
Implement the rules to keep the area
organized.
Follow a weekly checklist
15. IN CONCLUSION
Benefits
The benefits of the lean 5 ‘S’ is that it
can allow you to organize an area
through a process of steps followed
by implementing a strict structure to
maintain that areas cleanliness.
Implementation Difficulties
Seiketsu was difficult because I had to
create logical rules that would keep
the area organized
Shitsuke will be difficult to fully
implement because I have to
strengthen my self-discipline and
follow the rules to keep the area
clutter-free.
