Course Outline
Foundations of Value Stream Mapping
- Core principles of Lean and the specific role of VSM
- Essential terminology: value-add, non-value-add, takt time, lead time, and process cycle efficiency
- An overview of standard VSM symbols and graphical conventions
Defining Scope and Selecting the Value Stream
- Selecting the appropriate product, component, or product family for mapping
- Establishing process boundaries and identifying key stakeholders
- Collecting baseline performance data and relevant metrics
Mapping the Current State
- Process walkthroughs: data collection techniques and observation methods
- Documenting process steps, flows, inventory points, and information channels
- Calculating process times, including cycle time, changeover, uptime, and wait times
Identifying and Quantifying MUDAS
- Categorizing the seven types of waste and other non-value-add activities
- Methods for quantifying the impact of waste on lead time and costs
- Strategies for prioritizing high-impact MUDAS
Designing the Future State
- Principles for enhancing flow, such as pull systems, takt alignment, and level loading
- Recalculating times and projected 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 owners, 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 routine measurement protocols
- Executing pilot implementations and capturing lessons learned
- Closing the loop through iterative VSM cycles and ongoing refinement
Summary and Future Actions
Requirements
- A foundational grasp of basic process and workflow concepts
- Practical experience working within operational or administrative processes
- Knowledge of key performance metrics, including cycle time and lead time
Target Audience
- Practitioners in process improvement
- Operations managers and team leaders
- Members of Continuous Improvement or Lean teams
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- Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
- Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
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