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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Foundations of Value Stream Mapping
- Core Lean principles and the strategic application of VSM
- Essential definitions: value-adding activities, non-value-adding tasks, takt time, lead time, and process cycle efficiency
- Standardized VSM notation and visual conventions
Scope Definition and Value Stream Selection
- Selection of specific products, components, or families for analysis
- Establishing process boundaries and engaging relevant stakeholders
- Collection of baseline performance data and operational metrics
Current State Process Mapping
- Process observation: data collection methodologies and field assessment techniques
- Documentation of process steps, material flows, inventory levels, and information exchanges
- Calculation of operational metrics: cycle time, changeover duration, uptime, and idle time
Identification and Analysis of Waste
- Categorization of the seven wastes and other non-value-adding activities
- Methods for measuring the effect of waste on lead time and operational costs
- Strategic prioritization to address high-impact inefficiencies
Future State Process Design
- Principles for optimizing flow: pull systems, takt alignment, and level loading
- Re-calculation of times and projected performance outcomes post-improvement
- Visualization of future-state maps and establishment of performance targets
Execution Planning and Implementation Strategy
- Translating future-state objectives into specific Kaizen events and project initiatives
- Assignment of responsibilities, timelines, key performance indicators, and verification protocols
- Change management strategies and mechanisms for sustaining improvements
Verification, Measurement, and Continuous Improvement
- Establishment of monitoring dashboards and standard measurement procedures
- Conducting pilot implementations and documenting lessons learned
- Iterative VSM cycles and ongoing process refinement
Conclusion and Recommended Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of process and workflow concepts
- Experience with operational or administrative processes
- Familiarity with performance metrics such as cycle time and lead time
Target Audience
- Process improvement professionals
- Operations managers and team leaders
- Members of continuous improvement and Lean teams
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