Value Stream Mapping (VSM) & Process Analysis
Analysis Focus
End-to-end visualization of material and information flow.
Primary Goal
Shortening Lead Time and eliminating non-value-added activities (waste).
Core Metric
Process Cycle Efficiency (Value-Added Ratio).
Mapping & Improvement Strategies
Current State Mapping: Visualizing the actual flow and bottlenecks based on field data,
Identifying information flow gaps and inventory buildup points through numerical analysis,
Future State Design: Modeling an ideal process based on continuous flow and pull systems,
Developing a strategic roadmap using "Kaizen Bursts" to prioritize high-impact projects,
Enhancing operational agility by balancing Lead Time and Processing Time.
VSM Lexicon
Value-Added (VA), Non-Value-Added (NVA), Lead Time, Processing Time, Changeover Time, Information Flow, Material Flow, FIFO Lane, Supermarket System, Kaizen Burst, Takt Time, WIP (Work in Process), Process Cycle Efficiency.