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A total quality management excellence-focused manufacturing evaluation method used in Lean manufacturing to encourage teamwork among employees and foster a culture of excellence. The method involves walking around the workplace and observing employees at work to spot areas for improvement and areas where improvements can be made.

One key component of a successful Lean initiative is to have a checklist that outlines what to look for during your assessments. This ensures that you don't miss important details and will be able to provide useful suggestions that is actionable.

Here are some key items to include on a Lean evaluation checklist:

1 Work in Process (WIP): Check how much inventory is on hand and whether there is a sufficient supply chain to meet current customer needs. Consider implementing tools such as Just-In-Time production or Toyota Production System to reduce waste and optimize resource allocation.

2 Underutilized Equipment: Look for equipment that is idle. Identify the root reason of this inefficiency, and execute a plan to improve utilization or eliminate underperforming assets.

3 5S Adoption: Assess the level of 5S compliance, which involves organizing and maintaining the work area. 5S stood for Sort, Organize, Shine, Establish, and Maintain. Employees who have mastered 5S can reduce waste and work more efficiently.

4 Energy Use: Verify whether all appliances and illumination are being used responsibly to minimize resource consumption and reduce the effects of energy consumption on the environment.

5 Material Utilization: Evaluate to see if materials and inputs are being used efficiently, and whether inefficient materials are available in the area. Consider implementing product Kanban to minimize waste and plan suitable stockpiling.

6 Water and Wastewater Infrastructure: Identify potential sources of waste that can be minimized by implementing an effective water management system, also known as 'water-based waste.' For example, use leak-proof containers and other hazard mitigation measures can help minimize product loss and waste.

7 Employee Development: Engage with employees about their current situation and problems they face regularly. Evaluate their training level, recognize areas where personal growth are required, and implement a plan to address knowledge gaps.

8 Employee Feedback Channels: Assess how employees give feedback on areas of improvement and develop useful communication systems so that they can provide input confidently. It can also be helpful to assess employee suggestions to recognize the most effective ones.

9 Regulatory Adherence: Confirm whether employees comply with local regulations and company policies to ensure compliance.

By following a set of standard evaluation tools, leaders can use the Gemma walk strategy to evaluate specific business operations, supply chains, or teams. By evaluating the day-to-day processes, operations managers are given the opportunity to recommend small or minor adjustments that bring positive outcomes to workplaces.