{"id":4112,"date":"2020-06-26T15:28:54","date_gmt":"2020-06-26T14:28:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ezfactory.nl\/?page_id=4112"},"modified":"2026-03-11T09:17:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T08:17:32","slug":"5s","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ezfactory.nl\/en\/5s\/","title":{"rendered":"5s"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row thb_full_width=”true” thb_row_padding=”true” thb_column_padding=”true”][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias=”werkinstructie-software-1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row thb_full_width=”true”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Trusted by” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:20|text_align:center|color:%23b5b5b5″ google_fonts=”font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row thb_full_width=”true” el_class=”align-center” css=”.vc_custom_1634128024556{padding-bottom: 60px !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-10 vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”]\t
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5S is a framework that puts the emphasis on using a specific train of thought and tools to create efficiency and value. It includes observing, analysing, collaborating and looking for waste and reducing, to improve your production environment sustainably. In addition, 5S can be used in the factories, to make operators aware of their, working environment, create more overview, find business faster and increase productivity.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row thb_full_width=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1627904374241{padding-top: 8vh !important;padding-bottom: 8vh !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n

Our app makes an operator’s work easier<\/p>\n

Digitize factory checklists, core tasks, audits and work instructions.<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ animation=”animation fade-in”]\t\n\t\t\t\t
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Safe work environment<\/h5>\t\t\t

Prevent incidents and unsafe situations by including safety checks in each checklist. Schedule regular safety audits and carry them out using our app.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tMORE INFO<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Improving product quality<\/h5>\t\t\t

When first-hand maintenance tasks are executed well and in time, your machines will be in the best possible condition to guarantee the quality of your products.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tMORE INFO<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Earn back your investment<\/h5>\t\t\t

Our apps help factories to save time, reduce waste and increase uptime. Hence, our apps will pay for themselves in just a few months.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tMORE INFO<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Made by operators, for operators<\/h5>\t\t\t

Operators feel empowered and are able to autonomously and continuously improve processes. On average, they give our app a score of 8.5 out of 10!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tMORE INFO<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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What does 5S stand for?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t[vc_column_text css=”” animation=”animation bottom-to-top”]5S, also called Five S, refers to five Japanese terms used to describe the steps of the 5S system of visual management. Each term begins with an S. In Japanese the five S’s are Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu and Shitsuke. In English, the five S’s are translated as Separating, Arranging, Cleaning, Standardizing and Holding.<\/p>\n

The 5S method is an approach to workplace organization. This method includes the five steps Separating, Arranging, Cleaning, Standardizing and Holding. In general, the steps of 5S include going through items in a production environment, removing what is not needed, organizing tools, cleaning, performing maintenance and making sure these things become habits. These steps must take place in this order and there must be a plan to perform the tasks associated with these steps regularly.<\/p>\n

This is in line with the value EZ Factory offers to your company. Thanks to the EZ-GO app, work instructions<\/a>, checklists<\/a>, tasks and audits<\/a> can be digitized. By performing cleaning and inspection tasks, operators keep their working environment safe and clean. Next, team leaders or QESH, SHE or Quality Managers can use digital 5S audits to check that the production environment meets the 5S standards. This will contribute to the productivity of operators and will also provide more peace of mind, as one will not get frustrated by, for example, lost materials.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row thb_full_width=”true” thb_row_padding=”true” thb_column_padding=”true” content_placement=”middle” bg_gradient_direction=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1604321311424{padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 60px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}” bg_gradient1=”#2c475a” bg_gradient2=”#609bbb”][vc_column width=”7\/12″]\t

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The platform for every factory<\/h2>\n

Improve safety, quality and efficiency by digitizing paper forms, lists and other documents on the shop floor.[\/vc_column_text]\t\n\t\t\t\t\tREQUEST DEMO<\/span>\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1627384313776{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1627383633060{padding-top: 4vh !important;padding-bottom: 4vh !important;}”]\t

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5s and a Visual Workplace<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t[vc_column_text animation=”animation bottom-to-top”]5S can also be used in a form of visual control that focuses on work processes and productivity improvement. Visual markings in a storage area can help your employees locate materials more easily, floor markers can create boundaries around workstations, and floor signs can indicate the right locations for waste and recycling bins.<\/p>\n

When you log in to the app, you’ll see at a glance what your core tasks will be for that day. This increases safety, quality and efficiency. Tasks and audits around 5S can also be digitized through the EZ-GO app. What is unique about EZ-GO is that we focus on the operator and has therefore been developed in collaboration with operators of renowned production companies. Our slogan is: “Power to the Operator!” After all, this is the man or woman in the workplace who performs the tasks and can identify where and how processes can be optimized. Our goal is therefore to make their daily work easier and more enjoyable![\/vc_column_text]\t\n\t\t\t\t\tREQUEST DEMO<\/span>\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t

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Why EZ Factory?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t[vc_column_text animation=”animation bottom-to-top”]Our apps are the best solution for challenges in production. Everywhere within production companies we came across similar problems. Maybe you recognize them?<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]\t
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