Value Stream Map - Future

Question 1

An optimized lean value stream, continuously linking all processes from the customer back to the initial step, has what four goals?

Answer 1

1. Shortest Lead Time
2. Highest Quality
3. Lowest Cost
4. Highest Satisfaction

Question 2

The four basic steps in creating a Future State Value Stream Map (FSVSM) are:

Answer 2

1. Analyze the CSVSM
2. Calculate Takt Time
3. Identify Barriers to Flow
4. Develop Pull

Question 3

T or F

Takt Time represents the production pace or rate necessary to meet customer demands

Answer 3

T

Takt Time = Daily Avail Prod Time / Daily Avg Customer Demand

Question 4

T or F

A “Pull System” produces goods or services so they will be ready when customers ask for them.

Answer 4

F - Only when customers ask for them.

Question 5

______ mostly occur prior to operations where takt time is not being met.

Answer 5

Bottlenecks

Question 6

T or F

Kanban is used to visually monitor flow through a process, indicate when stock is low, and signal the need for replenishment.

Answer 6

T