Spring Cleaning with 5S

Spring has sprung! So that means it’s time for a little spring cleaning! My honey do list includes getting the patio cleaned and organized so we can get maximum enjoyment. And while we’re at it, let’s do a little spring cleaning on our business processes to get maximum value.  We call it 5S.

• Sort -  remove unnecessary items, focusing on what is essential.

  
  

• Set - Arrange items so everything has a designated place and is easily accessible

  
  

• Shine - Maintain a clean workspace and ensure equipment is clean and functional

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• Standardize - Establish roles and responsibilities for maintaining the workplace

  
  

• Sustain - Continuously improve the 5S process and make it a part of your culture with training and audits.

  
  

• Bonus - add Safety considerations into all 5 steps for a safer environment.  Safety first!

The 5S concept can be applied at home and work in both physical and virtual workspaces - from your office, to your laptop, to your process documentation library. 

That’s my 8020 Framework. What’s yours?