FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 17, 2005

FREE Booklet Introduces The Kaizen System of Continuous Improvement

Graphic Products offers a free booklet providing an introduction to the Japanese Kaizen system of continuous improvement. Kaizen is one of the most commonly used words in Japan. It is in the newspapers, on the radio and TV. Japanese society is bombarded daily with statements regarding the Kaizen of almost anything. In business, the concept of Kaizen is so deeply ingrained in the minds of managers and workers, they often do not even realize they are thinking Kaizen. The benefits of Kaizen are substantial. Where Kaizen is introduced for the first time, improvements in productivity of 30% or more are not uncommon, without any capital investments. Kaizen helps lower the breakeven point. Kaizen helps eliminate waste and improve processes. It helps management become more attentive to customer needs and to build systems and processes that take customer requirements into consideration, resulting in improved quality and greater customer satisfaction. The Kaizen system can be applied to any workplace due to its simple nature and low cost. It has been implemented around the world as a way to improve production and quality, while also improving safety and employee morale. This free 18 page booklet from Graphic Products provides an introductory overview of the Kaizen system. It describes how Kaizen works and is implemented in the workplace. The booklet may be ordered online from the Graphic Products' web site: http://www.graphicproducts.com/free-gifts/kaizen-guide.php or by calling 1-800-788-5572. Graphic Products has been a leading supplier of industrial quality sign printers, vinyl cutters, laminating equipment, poster printers, banner printers and supplies since 1970. They stock equipment and supplies from manufacturers such as Brady, Varitronics, Banner American, DuraLabel and others. They feature fast, same-day shipping of most supplies and printers.

Graphic Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 4030
Beaverton, OR 97076
Phone: 800-788-5572
Fax: 503-646-0183
E-Mail: info@graphicproducts.com
Website URL: www.graphicproducts.com