Chapter 7: Mapping the Current State (VSM Step 4)

1. Without a current state value stream map, you may not be aware of the system-wide impacts associated with your current value stream activities.
2. We need to document our existing activity flows, order entry system, production control system, cycle times, equipment setup, and product changeover times, as well as our lot and batch sizes, quality levels, defects, and unsynchronized material and information flows.
3. Value stream mapping helps identify and eliminate waste that hinders productivity.

   Business process models are often used to support business process reengineering and improvement activities. They also serve to create business systems that automate those improvements.

4. We need to know the business process is efficient and value-adding, as automating a flawed process only exacerbates its inefficiencies with the rapid accumulation of non-value-added costs.
5. No, it's time to get to work. Just do it!
6. Without...