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A Future State Value Stream Map helps with the larger process of developing your Lean Manufacturing
Strategy. It requires significant knowledge of Core Disciplines and other specific topics. Designing a Fu-
ture State requires more art, engineering and strategy than Present State mapping. On this page, we
show mapping, but the background knowledge is in these other parts of our site.
Cellular Manufacturing
Takt Time
Kanban
Setup Reduction
Implementing
Kaizen
Group Technology
Lot Sizing
Here, we use the example from our page on Present State Mapping. After constructing the Present State
Map, follow steps 1-7. The map below shows the final results. Note the large improvements in Lead Time,
productivity and inventory reduction. You can expect much discussion about details of implementation
and feasibility of various options. This is normal. Our goal, here, is not to decide every detail of the de-
sign. Rather, it is to establish general feasibility.
Results
In this example, the mapping team estimates a Lead Time reduction of 85% and a productivity increase of
25%. Inventory will decrease about 85%. Many additional, but unpredictable benefits are also likely.