Workshop Overview

                    Workshop Objectives

• To provide participants with a foundational understanding of Value Stream Mapping (VSM), enabling them to visualize and optimize interconnected processes, eliminate waste, and drive systematic improvements in their organization.

• This workshop is ideal for individuals who already have a fundamental understanding of Lean principles and are eager to deepen their knowledge through the practical application of VSM.
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                        Workshop Outline

1. Review of Lean Principles: A brief review of Lean principles and how VSM fits into Lean methodology. This section includes an interactive quiz to engage participants and reinforce their understanding of Lean principles.
2. Understanding Value Stream Mapping: Definition and purpose of VSM, including its benefits and applications in various work environments.
3. Value Stream Mapping Preparation: A high-level review of the preparation steps, including prioritizing product family, selecting leadership, defining scope, completing the project charter, inviting the team, scheduling the event, coordinating logistics, sending communication, collecting pre-event data, and conducting a pre-kickoff event.
4. Structuring Value Stream Maps: Learn how to structure value stream maps, including material flow, information flow, and the lead time ladder.
5. Mapping the Current State: Steps to create a current state map, including walking the process at the Gemba and using SIPOC. This section includes clips from the Toast Value Stream Mapping video by The Greater Boston Manufacturing Partnership.
6. Analyzing the Current State Map: A high-level review of root cause analysis tools to identify areas for improvement.
7. Designing the Future State: Steps to create an ideal and future state map, setting improvement goals and targets.
8. Creating a Future State Plan: Developing an actionable plan to achieve the future state with reduced waste and maximized value, incorporating Lean methods. 
9. Implementing the Actionable Plan: Implementing the future state plan and monitoring progress to ensure sustainability.
10. VSM Examples and Case Studies: Practical insights through real-world case studies and examples from various industries.
11. Q&A and Wrap-Up: Open floor for questions and discussion, recap of key takeaways,  next steps for further learning, and tips for not getting carried away!