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Resistance to Change in 5S: Why You Should Focus on the Middle

Every 5S rollout faces resistance. A small group will always push back, but most employees sit in the middle, waiting to see if the change works. In this article we explain why leaders should focus on the majority instead of the pessimists, and how momentum with the middle creates lasting adoption.

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Leadership – The Difference Between Cleaning and 5S

Many managers mistake 5S for cleaning. Cleaning makes things look better for a short time. 5S creates standards and discipline that last. In this article we explain why most Lean efforts fail without leadership, what Taiichi Ohno taught about standards, and how leaders can turn clean-ups into real improvement.

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The Training Problem: New Hires Left in the Dark

Onboarding often takes longer than it should. New hires spend weeks asking basic questions instead of learning the job. In this article we show how to measure the cost of delayed onboarding, why disorganization is usually the cause, and how 5S standardization helps new employees become productive faster.

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The Hidden Interest You’re Paying on Workplace Disorganization

Workplace disorganization is like debt. Every lost tool or wasted minute is interest you keep paying. In this article you will learn how to measure that hidden cost, calculate the real labour expenses including employer contributions, and how 5S can help you stop paying for chaos and start running efficiently

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