Glossary of Lean and 5S Terminology

Glossary of Lean and 5S Terminology

Lean and 5S strategies can help improve organization and streamline processes, but what does all of the terminology mean? When you’re trying to understand the basics of the 5S Methodology and Lean Manufacturing, it may help to begin with the definitions of the parts... Continue reading →
Important Kaizen Event Roles

Important Kaizen Event Roles

A Kaizen Event is a beneficial, action-oriented improvement method that tackles specific goals or needs within a facility, with a quick turnaround due to the narrow scope. Kaizen Events may be used for training, organization, waste elimination, and leadership... Continue reading →
How Do You Organize a Kaizen Event?

How Do You Organize a Kaizen Event?

Kaizen is a continuous improvement model meant to tackle specific needs within a facility, often related to safety, training, maintenance, or organization. While Kaizen is an ongoing process that focuses on improving working practices and efficacy, implementing Kaizen... Continue reading →
Visual Communication and Kaizen: A Perfect Match

Visual Communication and Kaizen: A Perfect Match

Kaizen is a continuous improvement strategy for updating manufacturing processes and working practices in industrial facilities. When implementing Kaizen, some of the top tools you have at your disposal are floor marking tape, signs, and other visual cues.  Explore... Continue reading →
What is Kaizen and How Do You Implement the Method

What is Kaizen and How Do You Implement the Method

From manufacturing processes and time management techniques to communication methods and visual cues, there’s always room for improvement in every industrial facility. But, employees may resist change, and new, large-scale updates to processes can take time to catch... Continue reading →