{"id":1729,"date":"2019-02-08T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-02-08T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/5s-series-top-5-workplace-organization-tactics-you-can-implement-right-now\/"},"modified":"2025-06-27T09:35:38","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T13:35:38","slug":"5s-series-top-5-workplace-organization-tactics-you-can-implement-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/5s-series-top-5-workplace-organization-tactics-you-can-implement-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"5S Series: Top 5 Workplace Organization Tactics You Can Implement Right Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Workplace organization requires managing time, space, and your mindset.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be honest, when was the last time you asked where something was in the workplace? Whether you\u2019ve searched for something as simple as a Philips screwdriver or something as important as keys, if you can\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for you\u2019re just wasting time digging through an unorganized mess. Time and resources are precious in the workplace, especially when you\u2019re wearing multiple hats. And we all know that time is money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another thing we all know is that trying to multitask in an unorganized workplace is nearly impossible. By nature, people are notoriously poor at multitasking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But an organized workplace, is something everyone can achieve with actionable tips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t worry. Actionable expert tips are tangible and they can help you create 5S systems<\/a> that establish an organized and efficient work area. It doesn\u2019t take months of planning or long strategic meetings to find quick solutions to your workplace organization.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Considering most people spend more time in the office than they do in their homes during a regular work week, a well-organized workplace has tremendous benefits. One reason for sure is the increase in efficiency because of the decrease in search time. Workplace organization can also make you feel more in control and help you clearly focus on productivity, save you time, and position you for a better quality of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A disorganized workplace is often the cause of most problems \u2013 like extra stress, decreased production, increased waste, machine and equipment issues, lack of communication, and increased safety concerns. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simply ignoring waste and everything that adds disorganized clutter to your workplace is not an option if you want productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Commit to walking away from the unorganized problems that keep you up at night and focus on solutions like the workplace organization tips below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the top 5 workplace organizational tips that you can apply right now. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1) Remove anything that doesn\u2019t add value.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some say that every major change starts with a purge and we couldn\u2019t agree anymore! Going through items that don\u2019t add value to productivity should be moved out of the area.\u00a0 De-cluttering one space at a time can free up tremendous space. Don\u2019t attempt to clean sweep the entire facility at one time.\u00a0 Take a walk around the inside of your facility and write down areas that need the most work. After you\u2019ve noted specific areas, take actionable steps that will help you remove waste. You can use Red Tags<\/a> <\/strong>to help you get rid of waste and determine where to move the items.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) Organize with Colors and Labels.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest annoyances in every facility is that frequently used and shared tools are not put back in the right places. Stop this by taking time to label shelves, folders, bins, drawers, and mark aisles and hallways with specific colors and labels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n