Course Outline
Introduction to 5S for Government
- From Henry Ford’s CANDO to the Toyota Production System
- 5S as the foundational step in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives for government
- Contemporary applications in manufacturing, office environments, and digital workplaces for government
Waste Identification and Workplace Organization
- Understanding the eight wastes in Lean methodologies
- Analyzing how waste manifests and its associated hidden costs
- Connecting 5S practices to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction for government operations
The 5S Steps
- Sort: Implementing red-tagging, eliminating unnecessary items, and conducting practical exercises for government
- Set in Order: Utilizing visual management techniques, labeling systems, and digital organization tools for government
- Shine: Emphasizing cleaning as a form of inspection and preventive maintenance for government facilities
- Standardize: Establishing visual standards, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and digital templates for consistent application in government
- Sustain: Cultivating habits through regular audits and emphasizing leadership's role in sustaining 5S practices for government
Beyond 5S: Safety and Sustainability
- The sixth S – Safety: Reducing accidents and risks within government operations
- The seventh S – Sustainability: Integrating environmentally friendly practices into government workflows
- Aligning 5S with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks and compliance requirements for government
Tools and Techniques
- Utilizing checklists, audits, and scorecards to monitor progress in government settings
- Applying 5S principles in digital and hybrid workplaces for government
- Leveraging technology support, such as mobile apps and digital dashboards, to enhance 5S implementation for government
Implementation and Success Factors
- Developing a comprehensive 5S action plan for government agencies
- Identifying critical success factors for long-term adoption of 5S in government operations
- Ensuring effective change management and securing leadership buy-in for successful 5S implementation in government
Practical Exercises and Case Studies
- Conducting hands-on simulations of each 5S step for government employees
- Examining real-world examples from manufacturing, service, and office contexts within government
- Group exercise: Designing a 5S implementation roadmap tailored for government agencies
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- There are no specific prerequisites required to attend this course.
Audience for Government
- Lean and change agents within the public sector
- Operational leaders and managers in government organizations
- Professionals working in manufacturing, services, and office environments for government agencies
Testimonials (5)
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Laurentiu
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I liked the small group setting
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The simulation exercises (workshop) gave me a real feel of how it is to experience "leaning" up the process. It provides a "sticking effect" to the theories that were discussed.
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That after 3 days of training I have the entire overview on Agile how to use them in my case, how to calculate efficiency, approach negative employees and many more.
Joanna Meza - Zurich Insurance
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