Japan Facts [Part-1]

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 The Concept of Kaizen :

# The methodology includes making small changes and improvements and monitoring results, then adjusting accordingly.

# The cycle of Kaizen activity can be defined as :--

Plan → Do → Check → Act.

# The 2 approaches :--

a) Flow Kaizen :--

It is oriented towards flow of materials and information, and is often identified with reorganization of an entire production area.

b) Process Kaizen :--

It means improvement of individual workstands. It is used to focus workers on continuous small improvements. Operators mostly look for small ideas which can be implemented on the same day.

The 5-S Methodology : (Concept)

1. Sort (Siri)

• Eliminate obstacles
• Reduce chances of being disturbed with unnecessary items
• Prevent accumulation of unnecessary items.

2. Set in order (Seiton)

• Arrange for easy selection
• Ensure FIFO basis
• Easy mechanism to find and pick-up
• Workflow should be smooth and easy
• These works should be done on regular basis.

3. Shine (Seiso)

• Keep workplace clean, safe and easy to work.
• Prevent equipment and machinery deterioration.

4. Standardize (Seiketsu)

• Standardize best practices in work area.
• Maintain high standards at all times.

5. Sustain (Shitsuke)

• Regular audits performed
• Training and discipline
• Training should be goal-oriented. Its feedback is also necessary.
• Self-discipline
• Maintain proper order
• Follow process, but also open to improvement. 
  

Monodukiri no-kokoro : (Concept)

The spirit of keeping things clean, ordered and perfect.

Ichigyo Zammai : (Concept)

Practice of full concentration on one single activity. Similar to the concept of "Mindfulness".

Ikigai : (Concept)

It refers to something that gives a person a sense of purpose, a reason for living. It is often compared to similar concepts such as mission, dream, vision and meaning of life.

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