Modern Enterprise Management in Progress-6s Management System Formally Implemented

As a large-scale manufacturing factory, Shangqi Heavy Industry Technology Co., Ltd. implements the 6S management system for the production workshop for the sake of corporate image and management, and sets up a daily inspection and assessment system.

6S management is a management method originated from Japan, is a modern factory effective on-site management concepts and methods, its role is to: improve efficiency, quality assurance, so that the working environment is neat and orderly, prevention-oriented, to ensure safety. 6S is the essence of an implementation of the corporate culture, emphasising the disciplined culture, not afraid of difficulties, to do a good job as a basic 6S work implementation can provide a quality management platform for other management activities. Do it, do it well, as a basic 6S work implementation, can provide a quality management platform for other management activities.

Tidying up (SEIRI) 

- To be and not to be, a stay and a discard; any items in the workplace will be distinguished as necessary and unnecessary, in addition to the necessary to stay, the other are eliminated. Purpose: to free up space, space to live, to prevent misuse, to shape a refreshing workplace.

Rectification (SEITON)

- Scientific layout, access to fast; to stay with the necessary items in accordance with the provisions of the position, and placed neatly to mark. Purpose: the workplace at a glance, eliminating the time to find items, neat and tidy work environment, eliminating excessive backlog of items.

(SES)-Remove rubbish 

- Beautify the environment; clean the visible and invisible places in the workplace, keep the workplace clean and bright environment. Purpose: To stabilise quality and reduce industrial injuries. Cleanliness (SEIKETSU) - form a system and implement it to the end; often keep the environment in a beautiful state. Purpose: To create a clear site and maintain the results of the above 3S.

Safety (SECURITY) 

- safe operation, life first; emphasis on member safety education, every moment has the concept of safety first, preventive. Purpose: to establish a safe production environment, all work should be built on the premise of safety.

Quality (SHITSUKE) 

- habit formation, people-oriented; each member of the good habits, and abide by the rules of doing things, and cultivate a proactive spirit (also known as habitual).

6S management is helpful for business management as follows: 

Improvement of work efficiency: 6S management makes the workplace more tidy and orderly by organising, tidying up and cleaning the work environment, and reduces the time spent on searching for objects and tools. By organising, tidying up and cleaning the working environment, 6S management makes the workplace more tidy and orderly, reduces the time spent on searching for items and tools, and improves work efficiency. For example, on a production line, by organising and labelling tools and raw materials, it enables workers to find what they need more quickly and reduces line downtime. 

 Enhance product quality: The cleanliness and literacy aspect of 6S management requires employees to keep the work environment clean and tidy and to develop good work habits, which reduces errors and defects in the workplace and enhances product quality. For example, in food processing companies, the risk of food contamination can be reduced and the quality and safety of products can be improved through strict cleanliness and hygiene management. 

 Reduce costs: 6S management can reduce waste and loss and lower the cost of an organisation. By organising and tidying up the working environment, the purchase of unnecessary items and tools can be reduced, lowering inventory costs; by sweeping and cleaning the working environment, the service life of equipment can be prolonged, reducing maintenance and replacement costs. For example, in the manufacturing industry, through regular maintenance and cleaning of equipment, the service life of equipment can be extended, reducing the cost of maintenance and replacement of equipment. 

 Enhance the quality of employees: 6S management in the quality of the link, requiring employees to develop good working habits and self-discipline, which improves the quality of employees and work ability. For example, in the service industry, by training employees in etiquette and service norms, the service level of employees and customer satisfaction can be improved. 

 Shaping corporate image: 6S management can shape the good image of the enterprise and enhance its competitiveness. A neat, orderly and efficient working environment can give customers and partners a good impression and enhance the credibility and brand value of the enterprise. For example, in the manufacturing industry, a clean and orderly factory can give customers and partners a good impression and enhance the competitiveness of the enterprise. 

 Promote teamwork: 6S management requires the participation and co-operation of all employees, through joint efforts to improve the working environment and workflow, can promote teamwork and cohesion. For example, in the office of the enterprise, through the joint organisation and cleaning of the working environment, it can enhance the communication and collaboration between employees, and improve the efficiency and cohesion of the team. 

 Ensure production safety: The safety aspect of 6S management requires enterprises to establish a perfect safety system and measures to protect the personal safety of employees and production safety. For example, in the manufacturing industry, through the safety inspection and maintenance of equipment, can reduce the risk of accidents and protect the personal safety of employees.