Founder Experience
Operational Foundations

AkzoNobel

Chemical Industry

Value Stream Mapping Portfolio

Location: Methane Chlorine Plant, NetherlandsYear: 2019Duration: 6 monts

1The Challenge

Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities across complex chemical production value stream. Required cross-functional alignment and rigorous data-driven analysis to build credible project portfolio.

2Our Approach

  • Value Stream Mapping workshop facilitation
  • Data analysis and waste identification (7 wastes framework)
  • Project portfolio development with prioritization methodology
  • Business case validation for top opportunities
  • DMAIC project execution (11 projects total)
  • Standard work implementation and sustainment
  • Visual management deployment

Impact & Results

  • Major savings opportunity identified and validated
  • Structured project portfolio with clear priorities
  • Cross-functional alignment on improvement roadmap
  • Multiple DMAIC projects successfully delivered
  • Sustainable improvements embedded in standard work
  • Capability building across site teams

Project Deliverables

Value Stream Maps
Project Portfolio with Prioritization
Business Cases per Opportunity
11 DMAIC Project Executions
Standard Work Documentation
Visual Management Systems

Skills Demonstrated

Lean Six SigmaVSMDMAICRoot Cause AnalysisData AnalysisFacilitationProject Management

Project Scope

Methane Chlorine production facility, full value stream analysis

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