Value Stream Mapping using Office Tools

A VALUE STREAM MAP IS…
A tool that helps visualize and understand the flow of material and information as a product or service makes its way through the value stream:

A high level map that visually presents the flow of a product or service from supplier to customer and can be used to present both current state as well as future state vision.
Captures critical data regarding the flow of the products or service that help to identify Value and Waste.
Highlights waste and other problems specific to the process that cause barriers to flow.