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How to Use Process Mapping Beyond VSM: SIPOC, Swimlanes, and Spaghetti Diagrams
When most people think of process mapping in Lean Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping (VSM) often takes center stage—and for good reason. It’s one of the most powerful tools for visualizing the end-to-end flow of materials and information. But VSM is not the only process mapping method available. In fact, for specific project phases or types of problems, other tools like SIPOC, Swimlane Diagrams, and Spaghetti Diagrams can provide sharper, more targeted insights. Let’s explore ho
sonamurgai
Oct 14, 20253 min read
Untangling Inefficiency: How to Use a Spaghetti Diagram to Improve Workflow
In Lean thinking, reducing waste is everything — and motion is one of the sneakiest forms of it. Whether it's a factory worker retrieving tools across the room or a nurse zigzagging through a ward, unnecessary movement slows everything down. That’s where the Spaghetti Diagram comes in — a simple but powerful visual tool that maps the chaos and helps you find flow. What Is a Spaghetti Diagram? A Spaghetti Diagram is a visual map of the physical flow of people, products, or inf
sonamurgai
Jul 25, 20252 min read
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