Module 02
Lean Value Stream
Mapping & Analysis / Tools & Method Creating End Vision & Roadmaps for Driving OpEx
Description
“Whenever there is a product (or service) for a customer, there is a value stream. The challenge lies in seeing it.”
VSM is probably one of the most underestimated Lean tools. In fact, we could say it’s a waste not to use it. VSM ties together all Lean concepts and techniques. It makes it easier to visualize and truly understand the process at multiple level. Providing a common language for process analysis it enables us to see the flow and the sources of waste, which is crucial for succeeding in Lean transformation.
This workshop provides a step-by-step instruction to help participants create current state and future state value stream map. It identifies opportunities to achieve a future state that has the greatest impacts on the business as well as customer value. You will learn how to create the end vision which is the baseline for developing Roadmaps for achieving ultimate success.
The true value is understanding the necessity of making maps. This is not only ‘art for art’s sake’. There is much to gain, and VSM leads us directly towards the goal.
Learning Objectives
LEAN Value Streams (1-2 days).
- Review of the concepts, techniques and tools of Lean Management.
- Understanding of the waste and identification of its sources.
- Identification of the Value Stream in business.
- Step-by-step approach towards value stream visualization (Current State and Future State Maps)
- Evaluation of the added value and waste
- How to make use of VSM for planning improvement actions (Continuous Improvement)
- Determining the Roadmaps (strategies of implementation)
- Determining the Implementation Plan and the resources for its accomplishment
Tools / Templates / Methods
- Creating VSM Maps. A template for creating the VSM maps containing basic symbols, shapes and instructions for the step-by-step actions, incl. examples of the maps.
- Product Family Selection Matrix. The selection of families is essential, because the VSM map covers just one product family. This template is included in the presentation.
Methodology
Multimedia presentation, short lectures, individual exercises, group activities and discussions and Q&A.
Recommended Audience
Lean champions, continuous improvement specialists and managers, Middle level management, supervisors, Lean practitioners and staff.