ABSTRACT
This chapter explains making a list, evaluate the ideas, and then find a method to accomplish the projects. It explains that the potential cost savings from these energy projects where known to management periodically. Writing monthly, quarterly, or annual reports on plant energy status and potential projects is a good method. Many energy projects will take months or even years to complete. It's important to monitor the status and later confirm savings. The chapter shows that 5S organize the workplace to improve overall efficiency. The work is normally done as a team. The phases are: Sort; Set; Shine; Standardize; and Sustain. The chapter reviews that treasure hunts can identify needs for a later Kaizen Blitz, which is an activity uses certain tools to improve the process. Six Sigma is a set of tool used for process improvement, which was first developed by Motorola in 1985. The steps used are: Define; Measure; Analyze; Implement; and Control.
