Sort needed and un-needed items. Put things in their proper place. Clean the workplace and make it part of the job.

Safety, Ergonomics, Promote Flow, Reduce searching, Reduce unplanned downtime, Increase Quality, Eliminate distractions, Reduce inventory and space.

Make labels & signs that are easy to see from a distance, Put them on or near what they relate to; Make them easily understandable; Ensure they make the work place brighter and orderly.

A visual message is observed by everyone working in a given area, everyone who passes through the area, and everyone who comes into range of visibility.

Each objective that is posted for a factory or work cell should have the effect of mobilizing the individuals responsible for achieving that objective. Every flag, flashing light, or caution statement must be linked to a corresponding set of actions and responsibilities.