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Introduction to Value Stream Mapping

  • Core principles of Lean and the strategic role of VSM
  • Essential terminology: value-add, non-value-add, takt time, lead time, and process cycle efficiency
  • Overview of standard VSM symbols and visual conventions

Defining Scope and Selecting the Value Stream

  • Selecting the appropriate product, component, or product family for mapping
  • Establishing clear process boundaries and identifying key stakeholders
  • Collecting baseline performance data and relevant metrics

Charting the Current State

  • Process walkthrough: techniques for data collection and observation methods
  • Documenting process steps, material flows, inventory points, and information exchange
  • Calculating key process times: cycle time, changeover duration, uptime, and wait times

Identifying and Measuring MUDA

  • Categorizing the seven types of waste and other non-value-add activities
  • Methods for assessing the impact of waste on lead times and costs
  • Prioritization strategies for targeting high-impact MUDA

Designing the Future State

  • Principles for enhancing flow: implementing pull systems, aligning with takt, and level loading
  • Re-evaluating times and forecasting performance post-improvement
  • Visualizing future-state maps and defining key performance targets

Action Planning and Implementation Roadmap

  • Converting future-state changes into specific Kaizen events and projects
  • Assigning ownership, setting timelines, defining KPIs, and establishing verification methods
  • Managing change and ensuring the sustainability of improvements

Validation, Measurement, and Continuous Improvement

  • Establishing monitoring dashboards and regular measurement routines
  • Executing pilot implementations and documenting lessons learned
  • Closing the loop: engaging in iterative VSM cycles for ongoing refinement

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational grasp of basic process and workflow concepts
  • Hands-on experience within operational or administrative processes
  • Knowledge of performance indicators such as cycle time and lead time

Target Audience

  • Process improvement specialists
  • Operations managers and team leaders
  • Members of Continuous Improvement and Lean teams
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