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ISSN E 2409-2770
ISSN P 2521-2419

Value Stream Mapping Based Process Improvement Model for Waste Reduction of Specialized Metallic Parts


Muhammad Raees


Vol. 11, Issue 02, PP. 21-37, February 2024

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Keywords: Value Stream Mapping, Special Metallic Blanks, Waste Reduction, Non-Value-Added Activities

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Special Metallic Blank production is considered a critical process in manufacturing firearms and optimizing this process for efficiency and waste reduction is deemed crucial. Applying the Value Stream Mapping (VSM) technique to identify and eliminate waste and non-value-added activities in Special Metallic Blanks production is the subject of investigation in this Research Work. This thesis explores improving the indigenous development process for special metallic blanks, which are crucial components in various industries. It focuses on using Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify and eliminate waste while reducing non-value-added activities in production. The research emphasizes the importance of making this specialized manufacturing process more sustainable, cost-effective, and competitive globally. The methodology involves analyzing the current state of the process, using VSM symbols and metrics to highlight inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. The study identifies non-value-added activities like overproduction and defects and creates a plan to reduce waste and increase efficiency. It also outlines a strategy for implementing these improvements and monitoring their long-term impact using key performance indicators and continuous improvement practices. The research aims to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of industries. producing special metallic blanks by embracing VSM as a powerful tool for process improvement.


  1. Muhammad Raees, raeesmeer0@gmail.com, University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila, Pakistan.

Muhammad Raees “Value Stream Mapping Based Process Improvement Model Vol. 11 Issue 02 PP. 21-37 February 2024. https://doi.org/10.34259/ijew.24.11022137.


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