VSM
An instrument originally developed under the name 'Value Added Flow Map' in Japan, VSM helps users discover the real situation of losses in internal processes.
VSM is a working method for mixed teams: the client and Sostenia consultants. The entire process is based on collaboration between those who actually perform the process and Sostenia consultants. However, involvement of members from other departments of the company, 'customers,' or 'suppliers' is also recommended in this process.
Focus on the process
As a team, we all focus strictly on the process and manage to decipher it with all its aspects. We evaluate or measure times, calculate the total length of the project (lead time).
Redesign
We retain only tasks that generate added value, distribute them among roles and responsibilities, and propose solutions to eliminate errors and losses from the initial project.
We identify loses
We highlight everything that is abnormal, unnecessary, inefficient, without added value, generating errors, delays, or losses. Each of these instances becomes an opportunity for improvement.
Digitalization
For those optimizations that can no longer be implemented solely through process redesign, the Sostenia consultant proposes digitization solutions that will lead to the significant qualitative leap sought.
The Sostenia team offers you over 17 years of experience in managing continuous improvement through the Kaizen technique and the use of the VSM method in optimizing business processes.
VSM Methodology
in project approach
Each Activity
The process is divided into individual activities, each assigned to a role and a performer. The operational time required for execution is evaluated for each activity.
Current Process Map
The activities within the process are placed in the current flow and interconnected to provide a clear view of the process in stages and as a whole. For each stage and the entire process, the execution time or total execution time is calculated.
Value Stream Map
The team reconfigures the process, eliminates waste, and recalculates the operational time and lead time for activities, stages, and the newly optimized process as a whole.
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