Lean Process Matrix

The Lean Process Matrix is a 2x2 matrix used to evaluate the effectiveness of a process. It is divided into four quadrants, each representing a different level of effectiveness.

At a very high level, the Lean Process Matrix is used in the context of business, process improvement.

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What is the Lean Process Matrix?

A visual explanation is shown in the image above. The Lean Process Matrix can be described as a matrix with the following quadrants:

  1. Value-Added: Activities that are necessary for the process to be successful, e.g. filling out a form.
  2. Non-Value-Added: Activities that are not necessary for the process to be successful, e.g. waiting for a response.
  3. Waste: Activities that are not necessary and can be eliminated, e.g. double-checking a form.
  4. Potential Waste: Activities that are necessary but could be improved, e.g. streamlining a process.

What is the purpose of the Lean Process Matrix?

The Lean Process Matrix is a 2x2 matrix used to evaluate the effectiveness of a process. It is divided into four quadrants, each representing a different level of effectiveness. The top-left quadrant is labeled “Value-Added” and contains activities that are necessary for the process to be successful. The top-right quadrant is labeled “Non-Value-Added” and contains activities that are not necessary for the process to be successful. The bottom-left quadrant is labeled “Waste” and contains activities that are not necessary and can be eliminated. The bottom-right quadrant is labeled “Potential Waste” and contains activities that are necessary but could be improved.

The Lean Process Matrix is used to identify areas of improvement in a process. It can help identify activities that are unnecessary and can be eliminated, as well as activities that are necessary but can be improved. By eliminating or improving activities, a process can become more efficient and effective.


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What templates are related to Lean Process Matrix?

The following templates can also be categorized as business, process improvement and are therefore related to Lean Process Matrix: Effort Impact Matrix, Gap Analysis Matrix, Growth Share Matrix, Kraljic Matrix, Outsourcing Matrix, Quadrant Analysis, Risk Analysis Matrix, Risk Value Matrix. You can browse them using the menu above.

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