Five Types of Process Mapping
Interactive demonstration for team training
1. Activities Process Mapping
Purpose: Shows individual activities/tasks in sequence
Use Case: Task breakdown, basic workflow understanding
Example: Steel Manufacturing Process
Use Case: Task breakdown, basic workflow understanding
Example: Steel Manufacturing Process
Raw Material Receipt
Material Inspection
Melting & Refining
Casting
Rolling
Quality Testing
Finishing
Packaging
2. Detailed Process Mapping
Purpose: Comprehensive view with inputs, outputs, timing, and resources
Use Case: Process improvement, training documentation
Example: CNC Machining Operation
Use Case: Process improvement, training documentation
Example: CNC Machining Operation
Work Order Receipt
Input: Production schedule, drawings
Time: 5 minutes
Owner: Machine Operator
Output: Job setup initiated
Equipment: ERP System
Time: 5 minutes
Owner: Machine Operator
Output: Job setup initiated
Equipment: ERP System
Material Preparation
Input: Raw material, cutting tools
Time: 15 minutes
Owner: Machine Operator
Output: Material ready for machining
Equipment: Material handling equipment
Time: 15 minutes
Owner: Machine Operator
Output: Material ready for machining
Equipment: Material handling equipment
Machine Setup
Input: CNC program, fixtures, tools
Time: 30 minutes
Owner: Setup Technician
Output: Machine ready for production
Equipment: CNC Machine, tooling
Time: 30 minutes
Owner: Setup Technician
Output: Machine ready for production
Equipment: CNC Machine, tooling
First Article Inspection
Input: First machined part
Time: 10 minutes
Owner: Quality Inspector
Output: Approval to proceed
Equipment: CMM, gauges
Time: 10 minutes
Owner: Quality Inspector
Output: Approval to proceed
Equipment: CMM, gauges
Production Run
Input: Approved setup
Time: 2-8 hours
Owner: Machine Operator
Output: Finished parts
Equipment: CNC Machine
Time: 2-8 hours
Owner: Machine Operator
Output: Finished parts
Equipment: CNC Machine
Final Inspection
Input: Completed parts
Time: 20 minutes
Owner: Quality Inspector
Output: Quality report, approved parts
Equipment: Inspection tools
Time: 20 minutes
Owner: Quality Inspector
Output: Quality report, approved parts
Equipment: Inspection tools
3. High Level Process Mapping
Purpose: Big picture view showing major phases
Use Case: Executive communication, project planning
Example: Automotive Assembly Line Process
Use Case: Executive communication, project planning
Example: Automotive Assembly Line Process
Body Shop
Welding & assembly
Paint Shop
Surface treatment & coating
Trim Shop
Interior & exterior fitting
Final Assembly
Engine, transmission, wheels
Quality Control
Testing & inspection
4. Rendered Process Mapping
Purpose: Professional, standardized visual representation
Use Case: Documentation, presentations, compliance
Example: Equipment Maintenance Process
Use Case: Documentation, presentations, compliance
Example: Equipment Maintenance Process
START
↓
Maintenance Alert
↓
Schedule Downtime
↓
Parts Available?
↓
Perform Maintenance
↓
Test Equipment
↓
RETURN TO SERVICE
5. Swimlane Process Mapping
Purpose: Shows responsibilities across departments/roles
Use Case: Cross-functional processes, accountability clarity
Example: Production Planning & Control
Use Case: Cross-functional processes, accountability clarity
Example: Production Planning & Control
Sales
Receive Order
→
Confirm Delivery
→
Customer Update
Production Planning
Capacity Check
→
Schedule Production
→
Release Work Orders
Materials
Check Inventory
→
Order Materials
→
Issue to Production
Manufacturing
Setup Equipment
→
Execute Production
→
Report Completion
Quality Control
Inspect Products
→
Release to Shipping
→
Update Records
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Duration: 15 minutes | Language: Hindi-English (Hinglish)
Duration: 15 minutes | Language: Hindi-English (Hinglish)
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