Value Stream Mapping is a Lean tool that provides organisations with a holistic view of their processes, helping to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. It is a powerful tool for breaking down silos within an organisation, as it encourages collaboration and communication across different departments and functions.
This course provides candidates with the tools and techniques they need to drive continuous improvement within their organisations and covers the following areas:
1) Process design: This section focuses on the principles of Lean thinking and process design. Participants will learn how to create value for customers while eliminating waste and reducing cycle times. They will also learn about the different types of waste that can occur in processes and how to identify them.
2) Assessment and improvement: In this section, participants will learn how to assess current processes and identify areas for improvement. They will learn how to use tools such as value stream mapping, process flow analysis, and root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
3) Value stream mapping techniques: This section covers the different types of value stream mapping techniques, including current state mapping, future state mapping, and value stream design. Participants will learn how to use these techniques to identify waste, optimise processes, and improve flow across the IT value chain.
