Value Stream Mapping Template

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Why Use the Value Stream Mapping Template?

The template provides a holistic, systemic view of an entire process, which is essential for identifying and eliminating waste. It helps your team to:

Visualize Flow and Time: The map tracks both the process time (the time spent actively working on the product) and the lead time (the time the product spends waiting or in transit) . This contrast immediately highlights areas where the most time is wasted.
Identify Waste (Muda): By seeing the whole process flow, teams can pinpoint the 7 Wastes of Lean (e.g., waiting, overproduction, unnecessary transport, defects, etc.) and focus improvement efforts where they will have the greatest impact.
Improve Efficiency: The map often reveals that the actual value-adding time is a small fraction of the total lead time. By targeting the non-value-added steps (the "waiting" time), the team can significantly reduce cycle time and improve delivery speed.

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