Management Theory

1. Explain 5 S technique.

Answer:
Seiri (Sort): It refers to organizing the work area in such a manner that all the unnecessary items are
eliminated. The work area should include only those tools, materials, and instructions that are
necessary for production.
Seiton (Straighten): It refers to arranging all the required items in an accessible range for users and
substitutes too. All the required tools, instructions, supplies must be kept at a place where they can
easily locate and the work flow does not get disrupted.
Seiso (Shine): It refers to keeping machines, equipment, and tools clean. Clean items
facilitate the use of work area on time.
Seiketsu (Standardize): It refers to standardizing the practices so that they are similar
across all the workstations that indulge in the same type of job. This helps employees to
complete their jobs with the same type of tools and instructions across all workstations
and avoid the chances of confusion.
Shitsuke (Sustain): It refers to continuing the process of improvement.

Benefits:
 Higher equipment availability
 Lower defect rates
 Increased production agility and flexibility
 Better asset utilization
 Reduced costs
 Higher quality
 Increased productivity
 Greater employee morale and satisfaction
 A safer work environment
 Improved safety