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A lean six sigma case study: an application of the “5s” techniques
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Total Quality ManagementEngineeringSix SigmaProject ManagementDigital ManufacturingAdvanced ManufacturingImprove PhaseSigma Case StudyManagementLean ThinkingDesignLean Six” Techniques3D PrintingLean Software DevelopmentDmaic ModelBusinessProduction EngineeringJapanese 5SLean Manufacturing
This paper presents an application of the Lean Six Sigma DMAIC model. It is used to improve a plastic cup manufacturing process. The Improve Phase of the DMAIC model utilizes the amazingly simple, and yet effective, Japanese 5S techniques to achieve a dramatic improvement in the process.