Hiroyuki Hirano's five pillars of the visual workplace: sort, set in
order, shine, standardize and sustain are the most fundamental and often
overlooked aspects in continuous improvement initiatives. Together,
these concepts form the framework of the 5S System, a set of principles
whose simplicity often betrays its powerful impact on the workplace.
So much of the 5S System seems like common sense, that it is astonishing
how often such seemingly simple practices are absent in manufacturing
operations. That is why Productivity Press is proud to bring you 5S
for Operators: 5 Pillars of the Visual Workplace, a hands-on book that
explains the principles, rationale and implementation details of the 5S
System.
Easy-to-read and apply, each section of the text is loaded with
questions, outlines, summaries, diagrams and illustrations. Most
importantly, 5S for Operators provides the foundational knowledge
that is essential for implementing not just the 5S System, but overall
manufacturing improvements like shorter equipment changeovers,
just-in-time inventory, total quality management and total productive
maintenance.
Since its publication in 1996, 5S for Operators has been and
continues to be hugely popular, consistently ranking among
Productivity's list of top-sellers, and its popularity is not hard to
understand. 5S has proven its worth in one company after another,
consistently reducing waste, guaranteeing product quality, ensuring
safety and increasing the bottom line. With 5S for Operators, the 5S
System can have the same profound effect on your operations.
To introduce the 5S system and sell its use to executives as well as
workers, consider purchasing:
5S System: An Introduction DVD (Catalog no. PP5934) Adhering to the
principle of efficiency that defines this revolutionary and proven
system, this video succinctly explains what is involved, who should
participate, and what it will take to get started.
