Value Stream Mapping

Overview

Mapping the Value Stream is one of the critical initial steps on the Lean journey. It is a powerful technique that will help teams to see the value and waste within an organization and provide a foundation for building a Lean enterprise. This interactive and practical course will provide participants with a step by step guide to the development of a current state Value Stream Map.

Course Objectives

This course will develop knowledge of Value Stream Mapping and the ability to examine the map to identify and prioritize subsequent improvements and develop a future state map.

When delivered in-house, the second day is spent on the shop floor applying the learning within a real value stream.

Key Skills / Learning Objectives

Through the combination of interactive discussions, tutorials and case studies, our course will enable the delegates to:

• Apply the key Lean principles
• Construct and assess a current state Value Stream Map
• Identify opportunities for improved flow
• Develop a Future State Map and develop an action plan to achieve the future state
• Conduct real life mapping on the shop floor

Practical workshops are designed to reinforce the discussions and topics. This style of delivery makes the course both memorable and enjoyable for participants, ensuring long-term learning.

Course Outline (Full Course Programme)

Overview of OHSAS 18001 and the relevance of it to a business management system.

• Overview of Lean strategy and the purpose of the Value Stream Map
• The concept of Value Add, Non Value Add and the seven wastes
• The concept of Takt time
• Value Stream calculations and Lean metrics
• Selecting and defining the Value Stream to be mapped
• Drawing the current state map
• The Lean Value Stream
• Introduction to the three types of flow; material, process, information
• Pull systems, Kanban and supermarkets
• Constraint management
• The Pacemaker and levelling the production mix
• Development of the Future State Map and plan to get there
• Bringing the learning together: application through simulation
• Bringing the learning to life: application on the shop floor

Further development opportunities suggested would be Creating Continuous Flow and Lean Six Sigma Overview. Consultation can also be provided with Value Stream Mapping activities.

Who Should Attend?

Value Stream Mapping is most effective when conducted by a cross functional team including:

• The Value Stream Manager
• Production Team Leaders & Operators
• Engineering - product, manufacturing, quality
• Logistics personnel

Booking and Course Fees

Fees include:

• Delegate workbook, including reference information
• Training provided by qualified and experienced tutors with extensive practical management auditing experience across a variety of manufacture and service industries
• Lunch and refreshments during the day
• Certificate verifying attendance and completion of course

Variable discounts available if 2 or more delegates are booked on the same course

Please complete the booking form and return together with the relevant fee. Contact us for further information.

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