m Japanese for "Standardize." is the fourth step in the 55 process. This stage directly connects with some of the closing tips from the "Shine" section, and that's because it builds on the idea of auditing and checking in on 55 efforts regularly. Standardization is essentially "the bridge" between Shine and the nal step of 55. Sustain. Hy standardizing the approach to 55. it can ensure organizational efforts are sustained in the long run. Failing to standardize procedures can lead to work becoming sloppy over time and a loss of efficiency. Begin to standardize 55 operations by making the process more than a word-uorF-moum agreement. This is the time to implement a clear. universally understood system so that employees are certain about what they are expected to do. the excellent way to do this is to design and print out Wthat can be used by whoever is checking an area on a given day. A checklist that asks specic questions about the work area can help ensure that processes are carried out as intended. Some questions on the checklist may include: "Are all tools in their correct place on the shadow boards?" "Have power tools been unplugged with their cords properly stored?" "Are the necessary supplies in place for the next worker who will begin a shift at that station?"