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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Value Stream Mapping
- Core Lean principles and the specific role of VSM
- Essential terminology: value-add, non-value-add, takt time, lead time, and process cycle efficiency
- Review of standard VSM symbols and graphical notations
Defining Scope and Selecting the Value Stream
- Selecting the specific product, component, or family to be mapped
- Establishing process boundaries and identifying key stakeholders
- Collecting baseline performance data and relevant metrics
Mapping the Current State
- Process walkthrough: Data collection techniques and observation methods
- Recording process steps, material flows, inventory levels, and information pathways
- Calculating key process times: cycle time, changeover, uptime, and waiting periods
Identifying and Quantifying MUDAS
- Categorizing the seven types of waste and other non-value-add activities
- Methods for measuring the impact of waste on lead time and operational costs
- Strategies for prioritizing high-impact MUDAS for targeted improvement
Designing the Future State
- Principles for optimizing flow: implementing pull systems, aligning takt time, and leveling load
- Reassessing timelines and projected performance following improvements
- Visualizing future-state maps and establishing 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 outlining verification procedures
- Managing change and ensuring the sustainability of improvements
Validation, Measurement, and Continuous Improvement
- Creating monitoring dashboards and establishing measurement routines
- Executing pilot implementations and capturing key lessons learned
- Closing the loop: Iterating VSM cycles for ongoing refinement
Conclusion and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental process and workflow concepts
- Practical experience in operational or administrative environments
- Knowledge of key performance indicators such as cycle time and lead time
Target Audience
- Process improvement professionals
- Operations managers and team leaders
- Members of Continuous Improvement or Lean teams
Testimonials (3)
trainer knowledge
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