Value Stream

Lean Tool

Value Stream Planning

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 from a complete view
VSM is a simplified graphic representation of complex operational processes
Value stream Mapping
VSM: Current and Future State Map
Value stream analysis
Value stream design
Identification of the main improvement potentials from GM view
Evaluate logistic costs (manual operation)
Material and flow of information