Month: February 2024

To avoid local optimization and suboptimal decisions that might exacerbate the value stream performance, we suggest exploration of the value stream simulation technique to validate the improvement hypothesis before implementing them.

In the competitive landscape of modern business, companies often strive for operational efficiency by optimizing individual components of their value stream. However, this approach can lead to local optimizations that, paradoxically, impair the overall performance of the value stream. The challenge lies in making decisions that enhance the entire system without inadvertently introducing inefficiencies. Our proposed solution to this dilemma is the implementation of value stream simulation techniques.

Value stream mapping is an important concept, but few people can gain buy in for the activity. My talk covers techniques so anyone can get started, even if there is little buy in and no funding.

Many people call Value Stream Mapping “transformational” and “a game-changer.” But what if people aren’t ready for a large heavyweight activity with leadership buy in? Do you just give up? Understanding the entire system end-to-end is crucial for Agile-DevOps product development, and improving your ways of working. By mapping the system, including delays, handoffs, and information passed along, you can measure and optimize the entire path to value. In this session, Heidi shares what she has learned across years of both doing, and attempting to do, Value Stream Mapping — both as an employee inside organizations, and as a consultant. We demystify the concept and show anyone how to get started, in an agile way, of course. By the end of the session, you’ll have a better understanding of the goals of Value Stream Mapping and be ready to start using it for your organization’s benefit. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to level up your ways of working and optimize your value delivery!

Real-life examples of value streams in a traditional organization. Problems that solve. Managing stakeholders.

This session will take you on an exhilarating journey through the implementation of Value Streams, showcasing their transformative impact on our operations and culture. Discover how this strategy has empowered us to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and significantly improve service delivery to our customers. We’ll share captivating insights from the frontline of change, revealing the challenges and triumphs encountered along the way. You’ll learn how Value Streams have not only accelerated project timelines but also fostered an environment where continuous improvement is the norm. This talk is more than just a success story; it’s a blueprint for those ready to revolutionize their own organizations. Join us for a narrative that blends innovation with practicality, offering a unique perspective on driving sustainable change in a complex industry. Get ready to be inspired, to think differently, and to ignite your own journey towards operational excellence.