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Course Outline
Introduction to Value Stream Mapping
- Core Lean principles and the strategic role of VSM
- Essential terminology: value-add, non-value-add, takt time, lead time, and process cycle efficiency
- A review of standard VSM symbols and graphical notations
Defining Scope and Choosing the Value Stream
- Selecting the specific product, component, or product family to be mapped
- Establishing clear process boundaries and identifying relevant stakeholders
- Collecting baseline data and key performance metrics
Charting the Current State
- Process walkthrough: utilizing data collection techniques and observation methods
- Recording process steps, flow paths, inventory points, and information exchange
- Computing process timings: cycle time, changeover, uptime, and waiting periods
Detecting and Measuring MUDAS
- Categorizing the seven wastes and other non-value-adding activities
- Methods for assessing the impact of waste on lead time and costs
- Strategies for prioritizing high-impact MUDAS for targeted intervention
Conceiving the Future State
- Principles for enhancing flow: implementing pull systems, aligning takt, and level loading
- Re-evaluating timings and projected performance post-improvements
- Visualizing the future-state map and setting key performance objectives
Planning Actions and Implementation Strategy
- 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
Validating, Measuring, and Pursuing Continuous Improvement
- Configuring monitoring dashboards and routine measurement procedures
- Executing pilot implementations and documenting lessons learned
- Completing the cycle: iterative VSM reviews and ongoing refinement
Conclusion and Path Forward
Requirements
- A foundational grasp of basic process and workflow concepts
- Practical experience in operational or administrative roles
- Familiarity with key performance metrics, including cycle time and lead time
Target Audience
- Specialists in process improvement
- Operations managers and team leads
- Members of Continuous Improvement / Lean teams
14 Hours
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