Publication Date

8-2023

Advisor(s) - Committee Chair

Cathleen Webb, Stacy Wilson, Brian James

Degree Program

Department of Architectural and Manufacturing Sciences

Degree Type

Master of Science

Abstract

Lean management and tools have many positive effects on a company including increased profitability, and efficiency. Lean tools can be implemented in any type of company with a proper evaluation through the creation of Value Stream Map. This paper will demonstrate how a Value Stream Map (VSM) will provide an easier transition to a lean environment. A local company of about 100 employees will be analyzed to create a current and a future VSM. The areas of opportunity for improvement in a lean environment includes recommended lean implementations and the future VSM. Functions of the company that will be analyzed regarding the implementation of VSM include: shipping, receiving, and operations. This project will demonstrate the gap between the current state VSM and the future VSM.

Disciplines

Business | Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | Operations and Supply Chain Management

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