About 5G Section
The "5G's" principle in lean manufacturing represents a holistic approach to achieve operational excellence, emphasizing the importance of understanding, respect, and continuous improvement.
By focusing on the 5G's which are Gemba, Gembutsu, Genjitsu, Genri, and Gensoku an organization can effectively identify opportunities for improvement, driving efficiency, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Let us understand this with a flowchart:
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| 5G in Lean Manufacturing |
5G’s | Descriptions | Purpose |
Gemba | Go to the actual place where work is done to observe operations firsthand and identify inefficiencies. | Gain insights into the actual work environment and identify opportunities for improvement. |
Gembutsu | Go to the source to see and understand the actual products, components, or materials used in the production process. | Identify root causes of problems and implement effective solutions to improve quality and efficiency. |
Genjitsu | Base all decisions and actions on real data, facts, and observations rather than making assumptions. | Gain insights into the current state of operations and make informed decisions to drive improvement. |
Genri | Understand and apply fundamental lean principles such as respect for people, continuous improvement, and waste reduction. | Create a foundation for operational excellence and continuous improvement. |
Gensoku | Establish standardized work practices, guidelines, and rules to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality in operations. | Foster consistency, efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement within the organization. |
The 5G section inside kaizen provides five rich text editors each for each of the above,
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How to use 5G Section
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Step 1
Add the 5G section from the available list to the required phase.
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Step 2
Expand the section by clicking anywhere in the section field, or on the arrow on the right side.
The arrow can also be used to collapse the section.
Step 3
Enter the information in all the five fields.
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While entering the information in all fields use the short description located right under the text field titles!
Click on Save when you are finished.
Collapse the section after saving the 5G!
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