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 ...

Value stream mapping is an essential Lean Six Sigma tool. We explore how to create a value stream map and examine real-world case studies into how the technique has reduced costs and increased ...

There are different types of flowcharts including Process Flowchart, Process Map, Swimlane Flowchart, SDL Diagram, etc. Now, if you want to draw a flowchart in Microsoft Excel, here is a guide for ...

"Process mapping on steroids." That's how John Dyer used to describe value stream mapping back when VSM was just beginning to assert itself as a new continuous improvement tool and process mapping was ...

Flow charts may include different levels of detail as needed, from a high-level overview of an entire system to a detailed diagram of one component process within a larger system.