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KAIZEN SERIES: Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Kaizen

Description

Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is a powerful tool for analyzing information and material flow throughout an organization. You will learn the step-by-step method of Value Stream Mapping to effectively identify and eliminate non-value adding activities. Using a case study example, you will create a current state map, analyze the current state map, and create a Lean future state map.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will:

  • Understand how to identify critical value streams in the organization
  • Understand how to use VSM to document the current state of a process
  • Understand how to identify value and waste from the customer’s perspective
  • Understand how to use the future state VSM to identify improvement opportunities (i.e. Kaizen Events)
  • Be able to identify Value Stream Champions
  • Understand the development of Annual Value Stream Plans

Topics Covered

  • VSM Overview and Definitions
  • Value Stream Identification
  • Types Of Value Stream Mapping
  • Current State Analysis/Mapping
  • Class Exercise: Current State
  • Mapping A Lean Future State
  • Class Exercise: Future State
  • Implementation Planning

Who Should Attend

Key candidates for this training are:

  • Quality technicians, supervisors and managers

  • Plant managers

  • Directors and managers of engineering

  • Vice presidents or managers of customer service

  • Operations managers

  • Vice presidents of manufacturing

  • Directors and managers of patient services

  • Patient quality managers

  • CFOs

  • Presidents

  • CEOs

Organizations in sectors and industries will reap significant benefits from employees attending this program.

Prerequisites

None

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