I didn't realize it at the time but when we decided to rearrange our living room at our apartment, we used the 5S process. The pictures make it difficult to see everything we did but it is a decent view of the general rearrangement. Below are the phases of 5S and how we incorporated each phase into our living room rearrangement.
Sorting (Seiri): We eliminated unwanted elements by going through all the electronics and papers that were scattered on top and side of the TV. If it was not needed then it was thrown away or put somewhere else.
Straightening or setting in order/stabilize (Seiton): Moving the TV and couches were necessary because the before set-up was not ideal. It worked but it was too crowded and awkward at times.
Sweeping or shining or cleanliness/systematic cleaning (Seiso): Large amounts of cleaning were performed in this rearrangement. The carpets were vacuumed, the TV dusted, and coffee tables wiped down.
Standardizing (Seiketsu): Certain jobs for the rearrangement was issued. For example, one person would be in charge of moving the furniture while another was in charge of vacuuming the carpets.
Sustaining the discipline or self-discipline (Shitsuke): After all is said and down, everyone understood that this new living room arrangement needs to be kept clean and organized, unlike how it was before.
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