Value Stream Mapping is used for the documentation and analysis in the flow of materials and information to bring a product or service to market. Enna’s Value Stream Mapping Solution Package provides all the information, materials and techniques needed to effectively lead your own Value Stream Mapping Program. As all of Enna’s Solution Packages, the VSM Solution Package is action oriented using a mixture of training room learning and shop floor implementation. Structuring the package around a teach-do format allows the scope of analysis to be large enough to develop a comprehensive improvement plan with a current state map as well as a future state map.

“With the Value Stream Mapping training kit, your trainer has everything necessary for an internal program
 that teaches and develops a value stream map for one or more of your processes. Through this, participants
 are able to visualize the inefficiencies, imbalances and inventory buildups that generate so much waste.”
 Quarterman Lee
 President, Strategos Inc.

For the Value Stream Mapping Program to be successful it has to be effective in how it is structured and delivered. Developing a current state and future state value stream maps is just the beginning of a more involved improvement program. Because of this, the Value Stream Mapping program is structured around a complete training and analysis schedule. The Facilitator is provided with information on preparing for the event, facilitating the event and leading the creation of an implementation plan from the value stream mapping exercise. For the participants, Enna’s training package provides the content, materials and tools to create maps and develop a process improvement plan. The VSM solution is action-oriented and guides the participants through a process of analyzing the company with the Value Stream Mapping Tools.

Value Stream Mapping Training Program Outline

1. Introduction

Establish workshop structure Illustrate VSM’s use; impact and benefits Introduce and discuss 7 Wastes

2. Overview of Value Stream Mapping

Provide Definitions and Terminologies Demonstrate Current and Future States Purpose of Value Stream Mapping

3. Current State Map: Step by Step

Nine steps to establish current state:

Identify primary value streams Identify key metrics Map overall process flow Complete data boxes Draw inventory & day supply Summarize timeline Calculate VSM ratios Illustrate information flow Fill out kaizen bursts

4. Future State Map: Door-to-Door

Six steps to future state map creation:

Assessment based on takt time Eliminate non-value added steps One-piece flow & trigger points Build to supermarket Level production mix Confirm kaizen bursts

5. Developing the Value Stream Mapping Plan

Determining value stream loops Developing workshop objectives Establishing implementation plan Establishing commitment to plan Moving forward

6. Closing workshop

Addressing team members Management review and update

The Value Stream Mapping Solution Package contains the following:

• VSM: Facilitator Guide (1) – A comprehensive, easy to use Facilitator Guide to help the Facilitator train employees and guide the group through Value Stream Mapping.
• VSM: Preparation Guide (1) – This guide, included only with the purchase of the Solution Package, contains a systematic approach to preparing and executing a successful Value Stream Mapping Program. It helps the Facilitator (Trainer) prepare for the event and is a reference manual for timing, scheduling and the overall flow of the workshop.
• VSM: Facilitator Digital Media CD (1) – The Digital Media CD is the focal point for training as it links the facilitator guide with the participant workbook by displaying in sequence the presentation information for the workshop. Designed using Flash technology, the presentation is a cut above anything designed in PowerPoint. It is the latest technology in presentation format, using dynamic formatting, user functionality and projection of image and content.
• VSM: Participant Workbook (8) – Designed with the participants in mind, this workbook is used during the Value Stream Mapping workshop and retained for reference. The workbook combines information, illustrations, key questions and space for note-taking. It includes a self-assessment form for participants to test their understanding of principles communicated during the workshop.
• Product Family Matrix Form (1) – An 11x14 pad of forms to record product process families for your products. The families are based on processes of flow, not physical characteristics of the product.
• Histogram Analysis Form (1) – An 11x14 pad of forms. This form records and identifies business cycle considerations when performing a VSM analysis. The 11 x 14 inch Histogram Analysis form allows the participants to identify seasonality or cyclical changes in product demand. By considering this in the analysis, participants are able to make correct decisions with the design of the new value streams.
• Pareto Analysis (P/Q Analysis) Form (1) – An 11x14 pad of forms for illustrating product variety and volume for the business. This form lists the products by type and volume to visually show which products are the most popular.
• Data Box with Post-it® Technology Pad (2) – A 4x7 pad of custom forms are the primary data collection tool for value stream mapping. These Data Boxes allow your team to observe, document and retain information that is critical for the current state as well as the future state maps. The Data Boxes use 3M technology to allow the participants to display the data for each observed process instantly on the value stream map. These are essential for any value stream mapping program.
• Kaizen Improvement Burst with Post-it® Technology Pad (2) – A 3 5/8 x 3 1/2 pad of custom forms used as a tool to write down ideas while brainstorming to improve the current state and future state maps. The Kaizen Bursts use 3M technology to allow the participants to display their ideas easily on the current state and future state maps. These immediately document ideas.
• Just In Time: Poster (1) – A full color visual aid used during training and posted in work areas as a reference to the Just In Time (JIT) principles of value stream mapping.
• 7 Wastes of Operations: Poster (1) – A full color poster used during training and posted in work areas to remind staff to continuously eliminate the 7 Wastes of Operations while analyzing and creating their value stream maps.
• Commandments for Continuous Improvement Poster (1) – A full color poster to support and be the cornerstone of your Value Stream Mapping Workshop. It encompasses the fundamental philosophy behind Kaizen while reminding participants how to problem solve as a team.
• VSM: Value Stream Mapping Poster (1) – A full color poster supports a trainer using Enna's Value Stream Mapping Program referencing an overview of the steps of creating Value Stream Maps.

Why should my company create Value Stream Maps?

• Value stream maps are used to document all activities required to bring a product from raw material to final product. Creating this map baselines activities and creates a strategy for what the improvement activities are and where they will take place.

May I have my purchasing department create a Purchase Order (PO) for the Value Stream Mapping Solution Package?

• Yes, Enna accepts company purchase orders. Please fax the PO to +1 905 481 0756.
• If you would like, Enna has created order forms that are easy to use.

Why should my company value stream map every activity, not only activities that occur on the shop floor?

• To truly understand all the opportunities to reduce waste in a value stream, maps must include everything from bringing in raw material from suppliers to releasing the product to the customer.

What is in your Value Stream Mapping Training package?

• Our package includes one Facilitator Guide, one digital media CD, one workshop Preparation Guide, eight Participant Workbooks, 4 different posters, three pads of VSM forms, two pads of post-it note Data boxes, and two pads of post-it note Kaizen Bursts.

I am in charge of the continuous improvement program in my facility; how will your package help me do my job?

• The Value Stream Mapping Solution Package will assist you in:
  • Training employees on the purpose and process of value stream mapping
  • Involving employees in the creation of current and future state maps
  • Creating ownership of improvement activities to achieve the future state
  • Evaluating and documenting improvements to provide to your superiors
• The Value Stream Mapping Package is easily scalable and reusable. The VSM Refill Packs may be used to expand your Value Stream Mapping program to different value streams in all areas of your organization.

Why should we internalize our Value Stream Mapping initiative?

• Training employees in Value Stream Mapping and creating value stream maps utilizes the experience and expertise already in your organization. Value Stream Mapping team members can more readily be assigned responsibility in improvement strategies discovered while mapping the future state of operations.

Should I have a workbook for each participant?

• Enna recommends purchasing a VSM Participant Workbook for each person involved in order to maximize their experience. The workbook is integral to the presentation and workshop as it provides insight, suggestions, asks key questions and includes a self-assessment form to solidify retention of main concepts. It also allows employees to document their experiences, and may be used as a reference tool after the training and workshop has ended.

Why is value stream mapping important?

• Value stream mapping provides a baseline for continuous improvement and a goal for improvement activities. Improvement activities based on Value Stream Maps are the foundation of Lean Manufacturing.

Why should I use Enna's VSM Solution Package instead of other VSM products?

• Enna products are high quality and provide the greatest value for your dollar. Other companies’ products do not compare in quality, format of information and/or are not designed for the teach-do creation of current and future value stream maps.

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