Value Stream Management (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

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"In my opinion, the format is exceptional for use in training. The format is also excellent for readers such as busy managers/executives who are typically overloaded with material they need to read. It is a quick read or can be quickly scanned for core content by reading bullet statements, boxed-in highlighted text, etc. Im pleased to see that despite the unique format, the book/manual doesnt dilute or leave out content that is critical lean theory. You can tell this book is written by practitioners who have actually done it."
 — Bob Angeli, Vice President of Operations, IdraPrince, June 2004

Product Description

The Value Stream Management System simplifies the planning process for lean implementation, ensuring quick deployment and greater success. It links the metrics and reporting required by management with the lean tools needed on the manufacturing floor. The central feature of this illustrative and engaging book is the value stream management storyboard, a tool representing an eight-step process for lean implementation. The storyboard brings together people, tools, metrics, and reporting into one visual document.

The authors stress the importance of reaching beyond single-point kaizens to ensure a sustainable lean implementation process. Many people use the value stream map as an individual tool, but not within the context of a proven overall system. Value Stream Management: Eight Steps to Planning, Mapping, and Sustaining Lean Improvements shows you how to use mapping as part of a complete system for lean implementation.

The final outcome of Value Stream Management is the creation of a complete, visual plan for lean transformation - and the mastery of the skills required to implement that plan. Instead of just using Toyota Production System Tools, the authors encourage you to create your own lean production system. Value Stream Management will help you to complete your process and sustain it!

BONUS CD! Along with this book you receive a CD containing a lean assessment tool, a storyboard template, useful charts, a team charter, forms, reports, and worksheets.

DVD Package (see Catalog No. PP7338)

A training aid to implement those principles taught in the book, a training video is available that teaches managers how to train lean teams. It starts with an overview of value stream management and the basics of lean. Subsequent lessons teach how to map current and future states; how to create action plans for implementation and follow-through; and how to develop a storyboard that communicates the entire process. Finally, a computer-generated "virtual factory" shows how the system comes together and how lean actually works. Viewers will see value stream management in action at four major companies. The package includes a facilitator's guide that provides information on how to use the package and an overview of each training module,and a participant guide,

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Productivity Press (May 6, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1563272458
• ISBN-13: 978-1563272455
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #188,474 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good primer, July 23, 2004

By	Lawrence E Whitman (Wichita, KS USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I use this book in my lean manufacturing class. It has good practical examples and a useful method for doing lean using the value stream mapping approach. I highly receommend this book for the first timers. I think someone who has no experience could get started using this book.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Lean Book for Lean, August 12, 2002

By	Dick Robb (Michigan) - See all my reviews

What I found most beneficial in this book were the ready to use forms/worksheets/templates that I used with my lean team immediately. As a supervisor, this gives the structure for implementing lean, just what is needed, when it is needed. Lean design and very, very practical!

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tools for Leaning your facility, October 11, 2002

By	Bob Holt (Portland, Oregan) - See all my reviews

This book gave me great insight to re-initialized our lean efforts. We have been so busy and got caught up in the value stream mapping craze and kaizen events, but little impact. This book did a superb job in laying out the eight steps, with all the forms, templates necessary to ensure sustainable results. Great work by the authors!