Government of Canada provides businesses with tips on increasing productivity by thinking lean
Published on May 18, 2011
The 5S System: Thinking lean about your business
During your annual medical check-up, your doctor might suggest that slimming down would be better for your health. Likewise, if you conduct a regular business health check, you may realize that a leaner approach could make your business more productive.
There are a number of lean business practices you could try. For instance, have you heard about the 5S system? It is one of many workplace organizational tools that can improve both place and process. Although this methodology was developed for the manufacturing field and other industrial settings, it can be applied to a wide variety of businesses of any size or even areas within a business. Read more on how to increase productivity