Value Stream Map

Lean Tool

Value Stream Map
Tool definition

Value stream defines the value creation process, the controlling and planning of the material flow in the production area in an overall schematic. It includes the essential productivity data and lean metrics. From the current state map (CSM) to the future state map (FSM).

Tool benefit
  • VSM is a Management-Tool, to identify waste and the main improvement potentials with a total view
  • VSM is a simplified graphic representation of complex and operational processes
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • VSM : Current and Future State Map
  • Value Stream Analysis
  • Value Stream Design
  • Value Stream Analysis and - Design
  • Identification of the main improvement potentials from the operation manager's and general manager's point of view
  • Flow of material and information
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Project experiences

Project experience references / Use Cases

  • Automotive industry
  • Component supplier
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Medical technology and medical device
  • Electronic industry
  • food and beverage industry
  • Chemical industry
  • Tool design and construction
Available as a game?

Yes
Available as training (PDF)?

Yes
Available languages
  • German
  • English
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