Value Stream Mapping (VSM) can appear complicated, a technique shrouded in lean manufacturing jargon. However, at its core, VSM is a powerful tool for visualizing and optimizing the flow of work from start to finish. It allows teams to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and ultimately streamline their workflow. By mapping out each step in a proces… Read More

DPPM stands for Defects Per Million Manufactured and is a widely employed metric for quantifying product quality. This essential tool provides a standardized measure of the number of defects present in an individual production run, enabling organizations to precisely monitor and enhance their manufacturing processes. By tracking DPPM over time, bus… Read More