Module 8 · Lesson 8 of 29
Principle 6: standardized work enables improvement
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Learning objectives
- Explain the purpose of principle 6: standardized work enables improvement in garment operations.
- Describe when and how to apply principle 6: standardized work enables improvement on the shop floor.
- Identify common mistakes and how to avoid them.
Core idea
Stable visible standards expose gaps and provide a shared baseline for kaizen.
Method
Co-create, teach, observe, solve deviation causes, update controlled standard. Do not use standards solely for discipline.
Garment-factory example
Teams compare actual sewing method with agreed safe sequence and improve it with operator evidence.
Method
- Co-create, teach, observe, solve deviation causes, update controlled standard
Common mistakes
- Do not use standards solely for discipline
Knowledge check
Pick one answer per question. Explanations appear after you submit.
1. Which statement best captures the core idea of Principle 6: standardized work enables improvement?
2. A common mistake when applying principle 6: standardized work enables improvement is to:
Author: NOSK.life · Last reviewed: 2026-07-21