Process Improvement

Swimlane Diagram vs Cross Functional Flowchart: What’s the Difference?

These terms are often used interchangeably, but the best choice depends on your audience and use case. This guide explains when each diagram type is appropriate and how to generate both from the same Data Visualizer dataset.

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infographic titled ‘Transform Static Maps into Value Stream Insights.’ It shows a three-step flow from left to right: (1) a static process map with a question mark, labeled as documented but lacking insight; (2) a table adding value type (value-added, business value-added, non-value-added) and work state (doing, waiting, rework); and (3) a color-coded value stream lens matrix highlighting bottlenecks, waiting, rework, and waste. A badge in the top right reads ‘No Redraw Required

The Value Stream Lens (Pt. 2 of 3)

A maintainable value stream map starts as a dataset. Learn how to classify steps (VA/BVA/NVA) and time modes (Active/Waiting/Rework), then render the lens in Visio Data Visualizer and quantify it in Excel.

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