The 5S method makes reference to 5 actions :
(Tidy, Arrange, Clean, Standardize, Progress)
which in Japanese all start with 'S'
(Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsuke).
The 5S enables you to construct a functional work environment governed by simple,
precise, and more effective rules. The 5S are also a lever of change management and team autonomy.
The deployment of the 5S is done in a logical and progressive order. The 3 first S are direct actions, the last 2 are maintenance
and progress actions.
Simple in appearance, the 5S form a coherent and powerful body adaptable to
many positions. In fact the 5S represent the foundation on which to build
permanent progress, such as deploying the tools and methods of leanmanufacturing.
Applied to eXtreme programming the 5S consist off :
Tidy:
Applies to clearing the mind by systematically finishing a
production unit before leaving. That implies having a modular planning of
an ideal day and it allows you to have a free mind when leaving the office. It
also allows you to start serenely the next day.
Arrange:
Applies to the integration of the units in a continuous build.
Clean: Applies to the refactoring principle.
Standardize: Applies to factorization and reuse.
Progress:
Applies to the brainstorming meetings following the issues pointed
out in the standing meetings.
This small exercise is a courtesy of Jean-Pierre Vickoff and Teamlog
Tidy:
Applies to clearing the mind by systematically finishing a
production unit before leaving. That implies having a modular planning of
an ideal day and it allows you to have a free mind when leaving the office. It
also allows you to start serenely the next day.