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What are some good examples of Kaizen Events?

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Here are some typical things that could require a Kaizen Event: Develop Visual Workplace and Communication Boards Develop Work Cells and Single-Piece Flow Develop Documentation requests and control Improve Order fulfillment Improve New hire logistics Improve Receiving and receiving-inspection process Improve T support request process ImproveAccounts receivable and accounts payable processes 5S Workplace Organization Process…

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What do you think of Value Stream Maps in Swimlane format for the AS-Is state?

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Value Stream Maps are high-level maps and Swimlane Maps are more detailed. I have never seen a hybrid of the two, which is not to say there would be no value in that. In general, the Value Stream Map is a macro-level map used for both strategic improvement and performance assessment. The Swimlane is used…

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6 Process Maps You Should Know & How to Choose the Right One

Bill Eureka

A process map is an important part of any Lean Six Sigma project – it helps communicate the process at the center of your project and guides you to specific areas of focus. There are a number of choices available, and choosing the right map helps to clarify your efforts.…

How do I identify new work groups (departments) who want to implement Lean levers in their process?

Dodd Starbird

There are two main ways to identify groups or departments who want to implement Lean. In keeping with the Lean philosophy, let’s call them “Push” and “Pull”! Push: Often, an organization or division will decide to proceed with Lean due to some “burning platform” of need to change, potentially as senior leaders look to improve…

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How To Visualize An Improved Version Of Your Process

Dewey Dorsett

The “To Be” or Future State of the process is a critical component of the Lean methodology and the Value Stream mapping exercise. It is a powerful exercise that strokes the imagination and helps break free from the current inhibitors of the current state which are contributing to any one…

How to Visualize a Process With a Value Stream Map

Dewey Dorsett

The Value Stream Map is a critical tool within the Lean methodology. It serves as the basis for documenting the "As Is" state of the process and is the platform for designing the "To Be" state of the new and improved process flow. A Value Stream Map (VSM) is a…