Most operators are familiar with the idea of 5S, a program developed by Toyota executive Hiroyuki Hirono as part of that company’s production system. 5S features a five-part system for organizing workspaces, so employees can do their jobs more efficiently, effectively and safely. A key element of the program is to put everything in its place, while keeping workplaces clean and free of clutter. The 5S stands for: sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain. Beyond this basic definition, we wanted to know how 5S works and the positive impact it can have on linen, uniform and facility services ...