Tag Archives: Value-Added

Value Stream Mapping (VSM)


Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Value stream mapping (VSM) is a very powerful tool that helps in identifying the wastes and moving from the current state process to a future state process. It must always be preceded by rigorous Genchi Genbutsu which … Continue reading

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Value-added Flow Chart


The value-added flow chart is a mechanism to improve cycle times and productivity by visually separating value-adding from non-value-adding activities. The process is very straightforward, as outlined below: List all of the steps in a process from beginning to end. Create … Continue reading

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