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The 5 Steps 5S is based on five Japanese terms, all starting with S (the English version also starts with S), which represents steps towards the final aim, which is team self-organization. 1) Sort: Separate unneeded items to increase focus on what is needed. 2) Store: organize all the needed items in a specific “home” to have them ready to use. 3) Shine: Set a new level of cleanliness that enables spotting potential problems. 4) Standardize: Engage the team to find a system to sort, store and shine. 5) Self-organize: Train the team to repeat the 5S steps every day until they become a habit. 5S is like a stair with five levels. You start by sorting at the first step, and you get to the last stage to achieve self-organization and sustain it.
