Understanding Lean Manufacturing Process Charts

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Lean Process Charts

Most manufacturing company have started their lean manufacturing transformation journey or at least plan for it. many companies struggle to realize the full business potential of their manufacturing solution. As a consequence, business cases are often not or not fully met. The Discipline of Business Process Management addresses this issue. It enables a value-driven lean manufacturing transformation, focusing systematically approach on the expected business outcomes.

The production management team of manufacturing firm is focusing on value-added activities to enhance their business productivity. Value mapping study it has been observed that they neglect the significance effect of non-value-added activities ―wastes. There is a remarkable statistical effect on production cost by evacuating the seven wastes through lean-manufacturing. The mapping with all value-added activities can help in focusing on every root cause in an on-going process.

This presentation discussed the key elements of the discipline of business process management and how they provide the foundation for a value-driven lean transformation. This is illustrated using case examples from manufacturing companies.

By end of webinar, you “ll understand.

  • Introduction to Lean Manufacturing
    • Role of visual tools in Lean
  • Understanding Lean Manufacturing Process Charts
  • Types of Process Charts
    • Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
    • Flow Charts
    • Spaghetti Diagrams
  • Key Components
    • Symbols and notations used
    • Understanding processes and flow
    • Identifying value-added vs. non-value-added activities

  • Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Lean Process Charts

    • Preparation
      • Gathering data and information
      • Defining the scope and objectives
    • Mapping the Current State
      • Documenting current processes
      • Identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies
    • Designing the Future State
      • Eliminating waste
      • Streamlining processes for efficiency
      • Case Studies and Examples

Who can enrol?

  • Production Engineer
  • Lean or process Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Fresh Engineering Graduates

Learning Outcomes?

  • This Webinar will equip attendees with skills and knowledge to drive
  • real-world problems, and gain value for your organization through
  • the effective end-to-end project and contract management.
  • Learn what tools techniques and methods are appropriate to manage.
  • production performancerelationships and navigate the tricky bits.
  • Unlock the potential of your management, continuous Improvement.