Many of the physical setups and mental tactics we've recommended to banish desktop clutter and the like can be summarized by the 5S methodology. It's a Japanese system consisting of five principles to ...

Many manufacturing facilities have opted to follow the path towards a “5S” workplace organizational and housekeeping methodology as part of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing processes. The ...

Kaizen focuses on continuous, incremental improvements by involving all employees. The philosophy, pioneered by W. Edwards Deming in Japan, enhances productivity and efficiency. Kaizen empowers ...