Lean experts define that a process step has value added if

A.) The manufacturer recognizes the value, it lowers the cost of the product, and it is done right the first time.

B.) The organization has developed exceptional design teams, the product is transformed, and it is made faster than before.

C.) The customer recognizes the value, it changes (transforms) the product, and it is done right the first time.

D.) The customer recognizes the value, the industry is transformed, and there are no gray areas between value and non-value.