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Template – Six Sigma value stream mapping

Template – Six Sigma value stream mapping

Outline your process from start to finish with this template. You’ll be able to track core metrics like yield and defects and identify improvement opportunities with your team.

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Template – Six Sigma value stream mapping

Outline your process from start to finish with this template. You’ll be able to track core metrics like yield and defects and identify improvement opportunities with your team.

Use this template with Lumiform

The Lumiform application helps frontline teams uphold internal standards effortlessly.
  • Customize this template or build your own
  • Fill out templates via mobile app
  • Assign and track corrective actions
  • Get reports and analyse your data
Prices start from ░░░ per month
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Learn more
or Download template as PDF

Track, evaluate, and optimize your process flow with our Six Sigma value stream mapping template. This specialized tool allows you to document critical metrics like cycle time, process yield, and defects per million opportunities while spotting improvement opportunities.

Research shows that traditional manual value stream mapping methods are becoming less effective. Modern digital approaches are now being developed to address these challenges. When your manufacturing team needs to reduce lead time and eliminate waste, our template allows you to highlight value-adding steps and create an actionable improvement plan.

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Preview of the template
Entity
Page 1
Process Information
Process Name
Process Owner
Process Start Point
Process End Point
Process Metrics
Cycle Time
Process Yield
Defects per Million Opportunities
First Pass Yield
Process Steps
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Process Improvement Opportunities
Opportunity 1
Opportunity 2
Opportunity 3
Opportunity 4
Process Risks
Risk 1
Risk 2
Risk 3
Risk 4

Frequently asked questions

How do I identify the right process to map using this template?

Start by selecting a process that’s causing pain points or has clear improvement potential. Look for processes with long cycle times, high defect rates, or customer complaints. Focus on one product family or service line at a time rather than trying to map everything at once. This keeps your analysis manageable and actionable.

What metrics should I prioritize?

Focus first on cycle time and first pass yield as these directly impact customer satisfaction and operational costs. Then measure defects per million opportunities (DPMO) to quantify quality issues. These metrics provide a baseline for improvement and help you track progress as you implement changes to your value stream.

How detailed should I make each process step in the template?

Include enough detail to understand the flow but avoid excessive granularity. Each step should represent a distinct activity where work is performed or waiting occurs. Aim for 5-10 major steps initially, then break down problem areas into sub-steps as needed.

What’s a good way to identify improvement opportunities using this template?

Look for steps with long cycle times, frequent defects, or waiting periods. Analyze where information or materials sit idle. Then compare your current process against ideal state principles like continuous flow and pull systems. Focus on eliminating the eight wastes: defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilized talent, transportation, inventory, motion, and extra-processing.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.