Course Outline
Introduction to 5S
- From Henry Ford’s CANDO to Toyota Production System
 - 5S as the first step in Lean and continuous improvement
 - Modern applications in manufacturing, offices, and digital workplaces
 
Waste Identification and Workplace Organization
- Understanding the 8 wastes in Lean
 - How waste occurs and its hidden costs
 - Linking 5S to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
 
The 5S Steps
- Sort: Red-tagging, eliminating clutter, practical exercises
 - Set in Order: Visual management, labeling, digital organization
 - Shine: Cleaning as inspection, preventive maintenance
 - Standardize: Visual standards, SOPs, digital templates
 - Sustain: Building habits, audits, leadership role
 
Beyond 5S: Safety and Sustainability
- The sixth S – Safety: reducing accidents and risks
 - The seventh S – Sustainability: embedding green practices
 - Integrating 5S into ESG and compliance frameworks
 
Tools and Techniques
- Checklists, audits, and scorecards
 - 5S in digital and hybrid workplaces
 - Technology support: mobile apps and digital dashboards
 
Implementation and Success Factors
- Developing a 5S battle plan
 - Critical success factors for long-term adoption
 - Change management and leadership buy-in
 
Practical Exercises and Case Studies
- Hands-on simulations of each S
 - Real-world examples from manufacturing, services, and office contexts
 - Group exercise: Designing a 5S implementation roadmap
 
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- There are no specific requirements needed to attend this course
 
Audience
- Lean and change agents
 - Operational leaders and managers
 - Professionals in manufacturing, services, and office environments
 
Testimonials (5)
The videos with specific messages.
Laurentiu
Course - Lean Six Sigma
I liked the small group setting
Kristin Standen - Orica Canada
Course - Lean Distribution: Implementing Lean in Distribution, Logistics, and Supply Chain Operations
The simulation exercises (workshop) gave me a real feel of how it is to experience "leaning" up the process. It provides a "sticking effect" to the theories that were discussed.
Bethany Magpayo - InSolem SARL
Course - Lean Services: Lean Management For The Service Industry
That after 3 days of training I have the entire overview on Agile how to use them in my case, how to calculate efficiency, approach negative employees and many more.
Joanna Meza - Zurich Insurance
Course - Managing Agile Projects with Lean and Kanban
I was benefit from that Armor management personnel is taking it seriously.