Process Analysis with Piquero Insights, Inc.

            Business processes and manufacturing processes share many characteristics. While it may take special knowledge or tools to perform a specific step, the "process" is usually multiple steps to accomplish a business purpose, frequently involving the talents of multiple people.

As-Is / To Be

            Process improvement always requires these four steps.

1. Clear definition and detail concerning the current process.
2. Evaluation of issues and bottlenecks.
3. Creative approaches to eliminate waste.
4. Clear definition and planning for the future process.

            Many groups avoid or short change the As-Is step. Invariably, the team will have to revisit the As-Is because the rush to design something new ignored a group or process step vital to the whole solution.

Flexible Approaches

            We can work with a business executive to plan and execute process improvements. We can also bring analytic techniques and simulation tools to the new design, that helps insure an early understanding of volume and throughput.

            Many of the approaches are structured and have a consulting methodology associated with their use. Our experience with these methods allows us to work with the client and develop an approach that meets their needs.

            These are some typical examples of the assistance we can provide:

• As-Is process mapping workshops.
• DesignFlow (TM IBM) process mapping.
• LEAN Manufacturing Value Stream mapping.
• Discrete process simulation (Queueing).
• Business process simulation / walk-throughs.
• To-Be process design workshops.

If you have a process challenge, drop us a note and let's discuss an approach.