Module 2 - Chapter 1 – Introduction and Outcomes

Module 2: Organizing for Efficiency - Chapter 1

• Organising for efficiency involves applying workplace organisation skills to simplify tasks
• Team-level implementation is crucial as teams manage daily operations
• Key focuses of this module are:
  • Making work easier
  • Enhancing worker productivity and efficiency
  • Creating a functional and visually appealing workplace that employees are proud of
  • Implementing single minute retrieval (SMR) for readily accessible materials
• Workbooks provide guidelines for process improvement through better organisation
• Improved workplace organisation links to clinical cleaning standards
• Benefits to teams include:
  • Eliminating item search time (improving productivity)
  • Providing opportunities for team participation in workflow and workplace improvements
  • Creating a more pleasant workspace, reducing frustration, and energising the team
• Benefits to the company include:
  • Creating a professional and quality-oriented workplace culture
  • Improving productivity and turnaround times
  • Increasing employee motivation and engagement in the improvement process
  • Enhancing knowledge management and service delivery

Chapter 1: Outcomes

• The main objectives of the module on organising for efficiency include:
  • Assessing the module's implementation maturity
  • Highlighting the importance of workplace organisation
  • Training all employees on methods for efficient workspace organisation
  • Creating overall goals for sustainable workplace organisation that fosters a sense of pride and purpose
• The module aims to empower teams to analyse problems, propose improvements and implement changes in their work areas.