How does the skill calculate flow efficiency?

It measures the ratio of total active work time (Process Time) to the total elapsed time from start to finish (Lead Time), identifying how much time is spent actually adding value.

What types of waste does this skill identify?

It analyzes the 8 Lean wastes known as TIMWOODS: Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects, and underutilized Skills.

What is a value stream map in Claude Code?

It is a specialized skill that uses Lean principles to visualize the sequence of activities required to deliver value, helping users identify bottlenecks and eliminate waste in their workflows.

Can it generate visual diagrams of my processes?

Yes, the skill produces Mermaid.js flowcharts to visually represent Current State and Future State processes directly within your documentation or terminal output.

Is this tool only for manufacturing processes?

No, while based on Lean manufacturing principles, this skill is specifically adapted for knowledge work, software engineering, and corporate business operations.

Value Stream Mapping

Name: Value Stream Mapping
Author: melodic-software

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生産性とワークフロー

Analyzes and optimizes business processes using Lean principles to identify waste and improve flow efficiency.

概要

This skill empowers Claude to perform Lean value stream mapping (VSM) for any workflow or product delivery sequence. It systematically identifies the eight types of waste (TIMWOODS), calculates critical metrics like flow efficiency and lead time, and designs future-state models to eliminate bottlenecks. Whether you're optimizing software delivery, order fulfillment, or internal handoffs, this tool provides structured analysis, Mermaid flowcharts, and actionable implementation roadmaps to maximize customer value and minimize resource drain.

主な機能

Identifies the 8 Lean wastes (TIMWOODS) within knowledge work and service delivery.
Calculates critical flow metrics including Process Time, Lead Time, and Flow Efficiency.
Creates prioritized improvement roadmaps and structured Kaizen event plans.
Performs automated bottleneck analysis to identify primary system constraints.
5 GitHub stars
Generates Mermaid.js diagrams for Current State and Future State visualizations.

ユースケース

Optimizing customer order fulfillment and internal supply chain processes.
Visualizing handoffs and waiting times in complex cross-functional business workflows.
Reducing lead times and identifying bottlenecks in software development lifecycles.

概要

主な機能

Identifies the 8 Lean wastes (TIMWOODS) within knowledge work and service delivery.
Calculates critical flow metrics including Process Time, Lead Time, and Flow Efficiency.
Creates prioritized improvement roadmaps and structured Kaizen event plans.
Performs automated bottleneck analysis to identify primary system constraints.
5 GitHub stars
Generates Mermaid.js diagrams for Current State and Future State visualizations.

ユースケース

Optimizing customer order fulfillment and internal supply chain processes.
Visualizing handoffs and waiting times in complex cross-functional business workflows.
Reducing lead times and identifying bottlenecks in software development lifecycles.