US Managers Often Add Two Additional Ss to the Japanese

question 30

Short Answer

U.S. managers often add two additional Ss to the Japanese 5S checklist, ________ and ________, that contribute to establishing and maintaining a Lean workplace.

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Definitions:

Social Scripts

Predefined, stereotyped sequences of actions or behaviors that individuals follow in specific social contexts.

Environment

The environment or the conditions under which a person, animal, or plant exists or functions.

Culture

The social behavior, norms, knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, customs, capabilities, and habits of the individuals in these groups.

Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA, responsible for governing characteristics and traits passed from parents to offspring.