Value Stream Mapping As A Tool For Lean Manufacturing Implementation - A Review

Authors: Mr Poojan Gupta, Prof Vinod Gupta

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Abstract: After creation of current value stream map (CVSM) showing all the processes contributing to product manufacturing, Future value stream map (FVSM) helps to identify and reduce NVAs in a process and make a production flow efficient, effective, economic and flexible. This paper discusses comprehensive literature on implementation of lean manufacturing by using value stream mapping as an effective tool. The methodology to implement value stream mapping and its benefits to various production industries as well as in service sectors has also been discussed. The case studies considered in this paper are from various international researches. The paper concludes with highlighting VSM's contribution to delight customers.

Keywords: Lean Manufacturing, LM, VSM, Value Stream Map, CVSM, Current State Value Stream Map, FVSM, Future State Value Stream Map, VA, Value Added Activity, NVA, Non-value Added Activity, Kaizen, WIP, Lead Time

Paper Id: 114

Published On: 2018-03-01

Published In: Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2018

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