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Future-State Value-Stream Map

After understanding current state: draw the "after" version and steps to get there.

75 min Advanced

Goal

Set a visible target state, not "we want to improve the process" without shape.

Steps

1

Start from current-state map (prev exercise).

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

You have a clear roadmap with numeric targets and 3 waves.

Evidence base

School: Learning to See / Value Stream Mapping

Founders: Mike Rother · John Shook (1999)

Rother & Shook — Learning to See (1999) from Lean Enterprise Institute; field reference for VSM.

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Future-State Value-Stream Map" take?

This exercise takes about 75 minutes, practiced in a group in a Action format.

When will I notice the effect of "Future-State Value-Stream Map"?

You have a clear roadmap with numeric targets and 3 waves. In the short term: In 90 days, process time drops 30-50%.

Is "Future-State Value-Stream Map" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Learning to See / Value Stream Mapping (Mike Rother, John Shook (1999)). Rother & Shook — Learning to See (1999) from Lean Enterprise Institute; field reference for VSM.

Is "Future-State Value-Stream Map" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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