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The 5S continuous improvement approach

Author: Siham BENTALAB

Publication date: October 10, 2011, Review date: November 27, 2016 | Lire en français

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  • Siham BENTALAB: Quality and System Technical Advisor, Ambatovy, Madagascar

 INTRODUCTION

Would you like to embark on a total quality or continuous improvement approach? Can't stand clutter on the shop floor or in your computer filing system? Are you looking for an effective way to achieve this? The 5S approach allows you to set up a functional work area governed by simple, effective and participative rules.

The methodology applies to all company departments: warehouses, workshops, offices, stores, in the broadest sense of the term, including corridors and aisles. It also applies to all types of structure: industry, pharmacy, retail, railway stations, etc.

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