Purpose The purpose of this paper is to deploy structural equation modeling (SEM) technique to empirically validate the interrelationships amongst significant variables of 5S implementation and business excellence performance parameters (BEPP) in SEM_5S model. Design/methodology/approach The...

Purpose The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of 5S initiatives as a facilitator of accruing business excellence in the manufacturing organizations. Design/methodology/approach The study involves empirical investigation of 92 manufacturing organizations to evaluate the contributions...