1. The Value Driven Approach
Lean Transformation Strategy By
Value Driven Solutions
The Resource for the Lean Enterprise

2. Value Driven Solutions
The Resource for the Lean Enterprise
Value Driven Solutions (VDS) is a management consulting firm dedicated to continuous process improvement. Our approach is based on the Lean Principles for manufacturing and service organizations, and the Six Sigma methodology for near-perfect quality.
Our Mission
“Value Driven Solutions is fully committed to enabling businesses to reach their full operational potential through the implementation of tailored problem solving strategies in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.”
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3. The Value Driven Approach
The World Class Performance Cycle
1. Identify customers and see value through their eyes. VOC
8. Continue to improve focused on delighting the customer
Define Value
Share Success & Lessons Learned
Corporate Strategy
2. Established based on LSS principles to maximize value.
7. Compare to goals, adjust strategy
Customer
Analyze Results
Develop Metrics
3. Ensure satisfaction of customers requirements
6. Standardize processes
Eliminate Variation
Maximize Flow
Improve Quality
4. Define Value Streams, eliminate waste, and introduce pull systems
5. Target specific projects using 6σ DMAIC
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4. Business Case for Transformation
Business goals and process metrics aligned
Quality
Customer satisfaction
Market growth
Lead-time
Inventory
Deliver more value to stakeholders
Total product cost
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Getting Started
Five steps to implement a Lean Transformation
Formal training program & competency development
Selecting the right tools for your business
Designing a system that relates to your industry
Establishing KPIs that ensure customer satisfaction
Understanding the transformation teams responsibilities
Roll out implementation through pilot event
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6. Lean Transformation Strategy
5 Steps to Success !
Step 5
Roll Out. Commence tool flow down through structured events managed by steering committee. Involve all and Share Success!
Step 4
Measure. Create Leadership Standard work with steering committee. Establish KPIs at the enterprise, site, cell & process level.
Step 3
Vision. Create vision with senior leadership. Establish strategic plan to address gaps from Lean Enterprise Assessment. Create Steering Committee. Prioritize projects according to organizational goals. Roadmap to World Class.
Step 2
Competency. Intense workshop for all senior and mid-management on operating methodology and LSS tools. Create Lean Six Sigma Tool Box, for specific business model, and Competency Development Program.
Step 1
Analysis. Perform Lean Enterprise Assessment. Determine the organization’s cultural readiness for change, operational capability, and level of alignment between strategy and goals. Select pilot cell and establish the project’s potential, scope and timeline.
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Analysis
Lean Enterprise Assessment
The goal of the assessment is to determine the organization's:
Cultural readiness for change
Current state of continuous improvement efforts
Operational capability and flexibility
Relationship among internal processes and with suppliers
Adaptability to the continuously changing competitive environment
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Competency .
Educating the Workforce
Master Level
Creates vision with senior leadership and provides advanced training.
Practitioner Level
Can Lead, Co-lead & implement events and provide basic training.
Associate Level
Trained in basic tools can participate and support events
Lean Six Sigma Competency Development Track
Develop curriculum to certify participants and support the transformation
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Competency
The Lean Six Sigma Toolbox
VSM
DMAIC 6S
Kaizen
LSS tools are not one-size-fits-all, introduce tools sequentially according to
Business Model
Type and severity of problems
Level of competency of the workforce
There are 3 distinct tool categories
Problem solving
Waste elimination
Decision making
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Vision
Strategy Tailored to Specific Business Model
Primary focus is process improvement of strategic intent, not on discovery of waste.
Sales & Marketing
Focus on waste elimination, control of inventory, on time delivery, quality, and turn around time
Mfg & Aftermarket
Improvements in patient outcome, quality, reduced wait times
Healthcare
Linking information to different product design and increased customer service
Insurance
Effort Put Into System Design Will Result in Greater Benefits
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Measure
Cross Functional Steering Committee
Members
Site leadership and management representatives from key departments (Operations, Sales, Materials, Human Resources, Contracts)
Key stakeholder groups that have an interest in the outcome of the project
Transformation leadership (Lean Transformation Leader, Site CI Manager, etc.)
Responsibilities
Approve project deliverables
Help resolve issues and policy decisions
Approve scope changes
Provide direction and guidance to the project
Acts as liaisons to executive group and sponsors
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Measure
Establish Key Metrics
Delivery
Working every day to meet 100% on time delivery
Customer Focus
Focus on the Voice of the Customer. Strive to delight customers.
Responsiveness
Best in Class Turn Around Time and discrepancy resolution.
Quality
Zero defect philosophy.
Define Metrics for the Enterprise, Site, and Cells based on these four categories
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13. Target cell based on process metrics or value stream data
Roll Out
Pilot Event
Form cross-functional, multi-level team
Match the tools to the problem
Document results
Share successes and challenges
Select next cell or area to improve
Continue to monitor results
Target cell based on process metrics or value stream data
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Our Vision
At VDS, our goal is to provide our clients with…
a true baseline from which to grow
help to identify opportunities for improvement of critical processes
a comprehensive road map to World Class performance
VDS offers a balanced and cost effective approach based on:
exceptional customer support
knowledge transfer
innovative solutions.
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