EFFECTS OF USING PROCESS MAPPING IN AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY. A CASE STUDY.

Sebastian CANDEA, Cristina VERES, Manuela Rozalia GABOR

Abstract


Process Mapping is a key methodology to successfully analyze and understand any process in an organization by creating a visual representation of the workflow, with the aim to streamline processes, optimize resource use and reduce waste. Due to its demonstrated effects, Process Mapping is widely used in the automotive field and is recommended be applied in any industry. This paperwork presents a case study of applying Process Mapping methodology, under Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Metric Based Process Mapping (MBPM) in a respectable automotive company, describing a personalized approach to its needs. After introducing the Process Mapping methodology, the Process mapping approach of the mentioned tools are described, showing in parallel the evolution and the effects of the implementation.


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