ABSTRACT
In Steps 1 and 2 of Value Stream Management, you gained management commitment, formed a core implementation team, and identified the value stream targeted for lean conversion. However, before you can map the current state (Step 4), determine lean metrics (Step 5), and plan the future state (Step 6), you must gain a firm understanding of lean concepts. The purpose of Step 3 is to ensure that everyone has this understanding. After you learn about lean, you will start applying your knowledge by identifying nonlean conditions in the current state and entering them on the storyboard.
