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A process map is a representation of this precise process definition, and the practice of process modeling is therefore fundamental to Six Sigma. Process mapping provides a powerful tool for displaying the steps, inputs and outputs, and other related details of a process by providing an \u201cas-is\u201d and step-by-step picture of the process.<\/p>\n
A flowchart of a graphics technique for dissecting a process by capturing and integrating the combined knowledge of all persons associated with the process. We typically use a flowchart or OMG BPMN for performing process mapping during multiple phases of a Six Sigma project. Process mapping is a team effort and is documented by everyone who contributes to the process.<\/p>\n
Process Mapping can help us to understand the following:<\/p>\n
A flowchart (also known as a process flow diagram) is a graphical tool that depicts distinct steps of a process in sequential order (from top to bottom of the page). The basic idea is to include all of the steps of critical importance to the process. Also, flowcharts are often annotated with performance information.<\/p>\n
Use: The team would use a flowchart to visualize the process. Remember, much of what Six Sigma and Lean are all about is being able to visualize things that are otherwise not visible. A flowchart is a perfect example of being able to visualize the process.<\/p>\n
Element Symbol Description<\/p>\n
Start\/ Stop<\/strong><\/p>\n Process Step<\/strong><\/p>\n Decision<\/strong><\/p>\n Delays <\/strong><\/p>\n Flow Line <\/strong><\/p>\n Connectors <\/strong><\/p>\n Storage<\/strong><\/p>\n On page connector<\/strong><\/p>\n Off-page connector <\/strong><\/p>\n Sub-routine<\/strong><\/p>\n Document<\/strong><\/p>\n Data <\/strong><\/p>\n Manual Input <\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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