APPENDIXDDefinitions

5S

5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) is a methodology for organizing, cleaning, developing, and sustaining a productive work environment. Improved ownership of work space, improved productivity, and improved maintenance are some of the benefits of a 5S program.

6S

6S takes the 5S methodology and adds safety to it making six words that start with S.

Adaptability Measurement

Adaptability measurement is the adaptability of a process to handle future, changing, customer expectation, and today’s individual special customer requirements. It is managing the process to meet today’s special needs and future requirements.

Benchmark

A benchmark is a specific number or point against which another measurement or ...

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