Process flow highlighting each step involved in executing your process (in the future state)

This is the process flow in the CURRENT state:

1. Material Request: Operators identify the need for specific materials or parts for their production line.

2. Manual Inventory Check: Operators manually check the inventory levels in the designated storage area.

3. Material Requisition: Operators fill out a paper-based material requisition form, specifying the required quantity and part number.

4. Approval: The requisition form is sent to the supervisor for approval.

5. Procurement: The approved requisition is forwarded to the procurement department.

6. Order Placement: The procurement department places an order with the suppliers.

7. Delivery: Suppliers deliver the ordered materials to the manufacturing facility.

8. Receipt and Inspection: The receiving department checks the delivered materials for quality and accuracy.

9. Inventory Update: The inventory records are manually updated to reflect the receipt of new materials.

10. Material Distribution: The materials are distributed to the respective production lines.

This process involves several non-value-added activities, such as manual inventory checks, paper-based requisition forms, and manual data entry. These inefficiencies lead to delays, errors, and increased operational costs