Process Improvement & Quality Management:

A factory experiencing high defect rates in a complex assembly process implements $5$S principles. Which principle will most likely contribute to immediate reductions in rework and waste?

a$)$ Seiri $($Sort$)$: Identify and remove unnecessary items.

b$)$ Seiton $($Set in order$)$: Arrange tools and materials for efficient access.

c$)$ Seiso $($Shine$)$: Clean and maintain work areas for visual control.

d$)$ Seiketsu $($Standardize$)$: Establish consistent work procedures.