Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Tekstilec, cilt.69, sa.1, ss.90-106, 2026 (ESCI, Scopus)
Efficient product development is the cornerstone of the garment industry, where customer satisfaction, quality control, cost-effectiveness and technological advancement converge. The product development department ensures the production of high-quality samples to secure order confirmations. This research explores the implementation of the 5S principles within the sample section of Esquire Knit Composite Ltd, Bangladesh. Using a two-phased case study approach, this research identifies inefficiencies and proposes solutions for a cleaner, more assembled and more efficient workstation. By implementing the 5S principles, i.e. Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain, the study demonstrates measurable operational improvements, including a reduction in sample-related defects, shortened equipment and material search time, improved workplace cleanliness and safety conditions, and enhanced workflow organisation. The structured reorganisation of storage, labelling systems and cleaning responsibilities further enabled faster sample dispatch and reduced the risk of mixing buyer-specific materials. These outcomes indicate not only qualitative improvements in employee engagement and workplace discipline but also quantifiable gains in efficiency and productivity within the sample development process. Overall, the findings confirm the transformative potential of 5S principles in improving sample section performance and provide practical evidence for lean implementation in garment product development environments.