At Milliken plants, 5S has become a foundational pillar within the company's operating system. However, the key to success for a change of process like 5S is a deep regard and respect for the people ...

A 5S program consists of sort, straighten, shine, standardize and sustain. Learn how to implement a 5S program, boost ...

Leadership teams that clearly link the target condition of a sustainable 5S process into the overall business strategy for operational excellence will make quantifiable financial gains. At Milliken & ...

CHICAGO — During recent visits to bakery and snack production facilities, I noticed that more of them seem to be successfully implementing a 5S program. The five S’s are to sort, set in order, shine, ...

Quick: What aspect of lean implementation is given the most lip service and the least helpful information? I’m willing to bet most of you thought: “It’s culture change!” (Or some variation thereof.) ...