Value Stream Mapping Training

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Lean thinking has become a widely adopted improvement approach that can greatly simplify processes and improve performance.

At the heart of Lean thinking is the focus on creating value for the customer and eliminating waste.

The stream of activity within an organisation that creates customer value is called the value stream.

Value Stream Mapping is the tool used to understand, analyse and improve a value stream.

The focus of this 2-day Value Stream Mapping training course is to provide delegates with the practical skills to use value stream mapping in a service or manufacturing organisation.

We also provide private and in-company Value Stream Mapping courses. Call +44 (0) 1273 622272 to discuss.

Video: What is Value Stream Mapping?

Value Stream Mapping Course Objectives:

This two day Value Stream Mapping training course uses a blend of theory and practical exercises. During the Value Stream Mapping course delegates will develop an understanding of:

• Customer value and the key elements and methods of Value Stream Mapping
• How to define and analyse the current state value stream map—material and information flows
• The three stages to develop an ideal future state map
• How to derive a kaizan improvement plan

Follow on Value Stream Mapping Training Courses

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (5 days).

Value Stream Mapping Training Course Content:

• Introduction
• Understanding customer value
• Value add, value enabling and non-value adding activities
• Elements of a Value Stream Map
• Material flows and information flows
• Value stream metrics
• Current state value stream map
• Analysing current state to identify waste
• Developing an ideal future state:
• Customer demand
• Continuous flow
• Levelling
• Kaizan improvement plans

Who Should Attend This Value Stream Mapping Course?

All staff wishing to gain a detailed understanding of Value Stream Mapping and its application in the workplace. Ideally delegates should have some awareness of Lean concepts and tools. A practical introduction to Lean is provided by our 3 day Lean Processes and Tools course.

Bespoke Value Stream Mapping Courses

On an in-house basis we can also provide bespoke courses that focus on one of your value streams rather than a case study. Please call 01273 622272 to discuss your requirements in more detail

Value Stream Mapping Training Course Recommended Reading

Value Stream Mapping: A Comprehensive Guide to Production and Transactional Processes by Mark A. Nash - buy from amazon

Learning to See: Value Stream Mapping to Add Value and Eliminate Muda
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