If an atypical noise emanates from your car, the most talented mechanic is unlikely to diagnose what needs fixing by looking at it from the outside. The story is similar for a broken work process.

What Is Value Stream Mapping (VSM)? What is a value stream? A value stream represents the series of actions an organization takes to design, create, and deliver a product or service to its customers, ...

Value Stream Maps (VSM) are a powerful tool used in lean manufacturing and other business processes to visualize and analyze the flow of materials and information required to bring a product or ...

Value stream map vs. process map, which is better for you? As with many tools and methods in Six Sigma, there isn’t a ...

Value stream management involves people in the organization to examine workflows and other processes to ensure they are deriving the maximum value from their efforts while eliminating waste — of ...

Ernie Smith is a former contributor to BizTech, an old-school blogger who specializes in side projects, and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun. Many discussions around ...

It’s no secret that software innovation and delivery are top priorities for every kind of business today. If you are a CEO or run a business unit, you know that software can make or break your ...