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 ...

Whether it's VSM or process mapping, both mapping techniques are critical first steps to solving problems and building sustainable solutions. "Process mapping on steroids." That's how John Dyer used ...

Value Stream Maps (VSM) are a powerful tool used in lean manufacturing and other business processes to visualize and analyze the flow of materials and information required to bring a product or ...

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Ernie Smith is a former contributor to BizTech, an old-school blogger who specializes in side projects, and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun. Many discussions around ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Over the course of 2020 and 2021, the fabric of our work lives was radically altered, ...

Now is the time for IT Leaders to better understand the five levels of VSM maturity. Where are you on your VSM journey? New research 1 underscores the common challenges many enterprises face in ...