6S Workplace Organization
Does your desk look like our old friend Milton’s? To the untrained eye, it might look like it’s impossible to find materials, supplies, and information when you need it. But you have your “system,” feel comfortable, and refuse to change your ways.
I urge you try this experiment. Every time a colleague or a client requests a file or piece of information, time yourself to see how long it takes you.
Can you accomplish this in under 30 seconds every time or are you spending considerable time searching for things? Wouldn’t you rather be able to find the information you need easily? 6S workplace organization is the answer!
What is 6S Workplace Organization?
6S Workplace Organization (“6S”) is a disciplined continuous improvement process in which workers leverage visual controls to create and maintain an organized, safe, clean, and productive workplace.
6S is often the first initiative organizations take on their Lean transformation journeys. This approach helps organizations lay the foundation for establishing standard work and driving ongoing process improvement
6S Workplace Organization Benefits
Create consistency, effective internal communication, and accountability throughout your organization.
Boost morale and engage employees at all levels.
Make abnormal conditions immediately visible; reveal opportunities for improvement.
Ensure reliable outcomes overall quality, cost, delivery, safety, productivity.
Set the foundation for a continuous improvement culture that relentlessly pursues excellence.
The benefits are endless. Internal communication will be a breeze. Your customers will be elated. You’ll feel calmer, work faster, and consistently deliver better work. Say yes to 6S!
Get Started Today!
Lean Jax offers free 6S workplace organization training for all our members. Our next session will be provided virtually on May 31, 2024 and we’ll offer additional virtual and on-site sessions later this year.
Additionally, our members have access to all our 6S training materials, templates, checklists, games, facilitation guides, and more!