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VSM tools and Lean tools can be used effectively to increase production capacity, even in complex manufacturing processes. Identify root causes and launch improvement projects with digital VSM tools

If you’re new to value stream mapping and Lean methodologies, you can find yourself wondering which tools you’ll be using often, which ones are not related at all, and which ones are somewhere between the two.

In today's competitive manufacturing environment, companies are constantly looking for ways to streamline processes, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization. One effective strategy for achieving these goals is using digital value stream mapping.

Six Sigma and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) are both methodologies aimed at improving processes and increasing efficiency, but they differ in their focus and techniques.

For more than 20 years, we’ve helped manufacturers to get waste out of their processes. And while it can seem complicated, it’s something that we have gotten very, very good at!!

Floor plans and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) can be related in specific contexts, especially when analyzing the physical layout and flow of materials, people, or information in a production or service environment.

Wall maps can be drawn with any combination paper, pencils, markers, post-it notes, etc. However, such hand-sketches often result in a messy view, causing confusion instead of clarification.