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TQMB19 5 Session02 PDF
TQMB19 5 Session02 PDF
◼ A step is value-added if
◼ The Customer recognizes the value
◼ It changes the Fit, Form, or Function of the product
◼ It is done right at the first time
◼ Types of processes
◼ Value added/ Non-value added/ Necessary, but non-
value added
Dipankar Bose - XLRI
Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
◼ Objectives
◼ Provide the means to see the material, process and
information flows
◼ Support the prioritization of continuous improvement
activities at the value stream
◼ Provide the basis for facility layout
◼ Eliminate waste
Dipankar Bose - XLRI
Lean Six Sigma/Value Stream
Mapping Steps
◼ Define
◼ Select product /service family
◼ Different VSM for different product/service family
◼ Measure
◼ Draw Current State map – How the process operates
◼ Analyze
◼ Identify opportunities for elimination of waste and
areas of improvement – To meet customer’s needs
◼ Improve
◼ Draw the Future State map
◼ Design a lean flow using lean techniques
◼ Develop action plan and implement it
◼ Control – KAIZEN Dipankar Bose - XLRI
Some Important Terms
◼ Poka-yoke
◼ Muri/Mura/Muda
◼ Kanban
◼ Andon
◼ Heijunka
◼ SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies)
◼ Milk run logistics