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 ...

The mapping of a business process creates a visual process depiction. This may be through an elaborate presentation of flow charts and graphs or with a simple collection of multi-colored note cards.

Creating a Six Sigma Process Map. When creating a process map, keep in mind that the map will resemble a flowchart depicting the start of the process, the middle steps, and the end—or desired ...

Process mapping is a powerful tool to help businesses understand, manage, and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their operations. This 2-day workshop will focus on Value Stream Maps for ...

DMAIC is an acronym for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control. It is a process improvement methodology of Six Sigma that’s used for improving existing processes. See DMAIC Methodology. DMAIC is ...

Process maps should be revisited and refined over time to address bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and evolving business needs, making sure continuous improvement.

Process mapping gets that ball rolling by design; it’s effectively a team-building exercise without the buzzwords. Because so many of the innovative new solutions driving our industry today rely on ...

Process maps can be used to visualize unclear processes and identify areas of improvement (future improvement efforts), or as part of your baseline analysis at the beginning of an improvement effort ...

Process Mapping Makes 2 Weeks Notice More Manageable. When a company comprehensively maps and manages processes, the idea of two weeks notice becomes less intimidating, ...