Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is a Lean management tool used to visualize, analyze, and optimize the flow of materials and ...

Peter Hines and Nick Rich of the Lean Enterprise Research Centre in Cardiff, UK, established seven value stream mapping tools in 1997 to help businesses embark on value stream mapping.

One such tool that stands out is the Value Stream Map. As you begin to use this powerful method, you’ll notice how it provides a comprehensive view of your processes, ...

Value stream map vs. process map, which is better for you? As with many tools and methods in Six Sigma, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to mapping things out. Both of these tools have ...