Utilization of 5S Visual Management: A Lean Six Sigma Application in Operation of Hospital Clinical Laboratory
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Visual Management-5S application will create a workplace suited for operation visual control and answers management's quest for a leaner operation and higher efficiency.Abstract:
There are complex challenges in healthcare in the US the past several years, including laboratory industry. Visual Management-5S application will create a workplace suited for operation visual control and answers management's quest for a leaner operation and higher efficiency. The business approach utilizes 5 S Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize and Sustain- to make the normal and abnormal conditions and …read more
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An evaluation of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies in the national health service
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