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5-Point Annual Average: - Method frequently used in PMG studies to establish a representative average for a one year period. Calculation: [12/31/98 + 3/31/98 + 6/30/99 + 9/30/99 + 12/31/99] / 5



5-S Program: - A program for organizing work areas. Sometimes referred to as elements, each of the five components of the program begins with the letter "S." They include sort, systemize, shine or sweep, standardize, and sustain. In the UK, the concept is converted to the 5-C program comprising five comparable components: clear out, configure, clean and check, conformity, and custom and practice.  •Sort--get rid of clutter