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Streamlining Success: Lean Practices at Traffic Safety Supply Company

Join Jeff from Traffic Safety Supply as he highlights the company’s innovative use of Lean principles with his site walkthrough.
  • 22 November 2024
  • GembaDocs HQ

Join Jeff from Traffic Safety Supply as he highlights the company’s innovative use of Lean principles. Located in Portland, Oregon, Traffic Safety Supply Company has embraced tools like standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Kanban to enhance efficiency, accessibility, and workplace organization. In this video, he and the team walk us through their journey and share valuable insights into their approach to continuous improvement.

Lean tour breakdown…

In the video, Traffic Safety Supply Company demonstrates their effective use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Kanban systems to enhance operational efficiency. They emphasize the importance of making information readily accessible to all team members, moving away from hidden digital storage to placing answers directly where questions arise. This approach has led to significant savings in time, money, and mental energy, embodying their philosophy of “work smarter, not harder.” Additionally, they showcase their Kanban system for managing consumables, highlighting its evolution and the benefits of visual management tools in streamlining processes.

SOPs in Action

Jeff discusses the importance of creating and sharing standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the organization. By using QR codes linked to digital guides, employees can access instructions and training resources directly where they need them.

Overcoming the Hidden Information Challenge – the Lean Cave

He goes to explain how they transitioned from storing information in “digital closets” to making it accessible in the field. This shift ensures that answers are readily available where questions arise, empowering team members to solve problems independently.

“We really wanted to focus on making sure that we got SOPs and procedures out in the field or out in the wild as we call it”

The Role of Kanban Systems

The company has implemented an innovative Kanban card system to manage consumables not covered by their ERP system. This system uses sliding green and red cards with QR codes to visually indicate stock levels and streamline reordering.

Traffic Safety Supply Company’s journey demonstrates how Lean principles and tools like SOPs and Kanban can revolutionize workplace organization and efficiency. By making information accessible and processes standardized, the company has not only saved time and resources but also fostered a culture of continuous improvement.


More about Traffic Safety Supply

Traffic Safety Supply is a company dedicated to saving and enriching lives through high-quality traffic safety products. From ADA-compliant signage to advanced LED-enhanced signs and traffic management tools, the company offers a comprehensive product range.

Find out more about them at tssco.com

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