Course Overview

    Overview

    What's Included

    Course Highlights

    Eligibility Criteria

    Benefits

    Who Can Take

    What Is Value Stream Mapping and Why It Matters

    A Practical Lean Skill for Kazakhstan

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    What's Included in Your Value Stream Mapping Training

    • One-day interactive instructor-led training across nine modules

    • 8 PDUs on completion of the training

    • Coverage of current state and future state mapping

    • Copy of course material and SME-prepared study guide

    • Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning

    Key Highlights

    of the Value Stream Mapping Training Course

    Value Stream Mapping Training Eligibility in the Kazakhstan

    Who Can Enrol?

    Why This Lean Skill Pays off at Work

    Real Gains for You and Your Team

    Who Should Take Value Stream Mapping Training in Kazakhstan?

    • Managers and Business Heads

    • Unit Heads

    • Quality Managers

    • Process Planning Managers

    • Manufacturing Engineers

    • Lean Six Sigma Practitioners

    • Operations Professionals

    • Continuous Improvement Specialists

    Lean Roles and Demand in Kazakhstan

    Why This Skill Is in Demand

    Value Stream Mapping is becoming a core operational skill across Kazakhstan as manufacturing leads national industrial growth and employers push for leaner, more capital-efficient operations. Professionals who can map flow and eliminate waste are valued in roles from process and continuous improvement engineer to production, operations and supply chain manager, across manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, logistics and FMCG, fuelling strong demand for Value Stream Mapping training. Here is what the market is telling us now.

    What Is Driving Demand for Lean Skills in Kazakhstan

    Value Stream Mapping turns busy operations into leaner ones the whole team can see. Join professionals across Kazakhstan who map flow, remove waste and lead real improvement. Start your journey today.

    Your Kazakhstan Lean Transformation

    From Reacting to Improving with Confidence

    Your Before and After

    Kazakhstan's operations are scaling fast, and employers increasingly separate the teams that can see and improve flow from those that cannot. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Sources: ERI SalaryExpert, Paylab (Kazakhstan) 2026.

    Module 2: What is Value Stream Mapping

    • Understanding the purpose, origins, and core principles of Value Stream Mapping as a lean tool
    • Distinguishing between VSM and traditional process maps, swimlane diagrams, and flowcharts
    • Exploring the two-map framework: current state mapping and future state design
    • Understanding when and how VSM is used within lean transformation and continuous improvement programmes

    Module 3: Benefits of VSM

    • Identifying how VSM supports waste elimination across the eight types of lean waste
    • Understanding how VSM improves process efficiency by providing a shared visual of the entire value stream
    • Exploring how VSM supports lean transformation by connecting improvement projects to a clear future state vision
    • Reviewing case examples where VSM led to measurable reductions in lead time, inventory, and defect rates

    Module 4: Common Mistakes in VSM

    • Recognising the impact of stakeholder gaps, including insufficient cross-functional involvement in mapping sessions
    • Understanding how resistance to change affects VSM adoption and how to address it proactively
    • Identifying mistakes related to neglecting the impact of proposed future state changes on downstream processes
    • Exploring other common pitfalls such as mapping at the wrong level of detail, skipping data collection, and failing to act on future state designs

    Module 5: Project Phases

    • Understanding the preparation phase including scoping the value stream, selecting the team, and setting objectives
    • Developing a value stream charter that defines the improvement scope, boundaries, goals, and success criteria
    • Planning data collection activities and establishing baseline metrics before beginning the current state walk
    • Aligning project phases with lean project management practices and organisational improvement governance

    Module 6: Understanding Current State

    • Conducting the VSM kick-off meeting and aligning the team on mapping scope and objectives
    • Performing value stream walks to observe and document actual process steps, flows, and information movement
    • Using standard VSM icons and notation to represent production processes, inventory, push arrows, and information flows
    • Populating data boxes with cycle time, changeover time, uptime, and other key process metrics
    • Identifying bottlenecks, wait times, and waste accumulation points in the current state map
    • Adding timeline swim lanes to calculate total lead time and process time across the value stream

    Module 7: Designing Future State

    • Applying the eight future state design questions to guide improvement decisions for the new value stream layout
    • Setting target metrics for cycle time, lead time, inventory levels, and flow efficiency in the future state
    • Using Kaizen bursts to mark specific improvement opportunities on the future state map
    • Documenting the future state map and communicating the target condition to stakeholders

    Module 8: Execution Planning

    • Defining improvement objectives derived from the gap between current state and future state maps
    • Identifying and allocating the resources, tools, and team members needed to execute the improvement plan
    • Selecting KPIs and establishing baseline measurements to track progress against future state targets
    • Conducting risk assessment for the execution plan and building mitigation strategies for common barriers

    Module 9: Plan Execution

    • Implementing the improvement plan using structured project management and lean execution techniques
    • Monitoring progress against KPIs and updating the value stream map to reflect improvements achieved
    • Communicating progress and results to stakeholders through visual management and structured review meetings
    • Embedding improvements into standard work and establishing ongoing measurement to sustain future state performance

    Course Curriculum

    of the Value Stream Mapping Training

    The online Value Stream Mapping training course curriculum in the Kazakhstan is structured across nine modules delivered in a one-day intensive programme. The course takes learners from foundational VSM concepts through to current state analysis, future state design, and execution planning, with each module building practical skills that can be applied directly in workplace improvement projects.

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    Skills You Will Master in This Course

    The VSM Method, Step by Step

    This one-day programme builds practical Value Stream Mapping skills from the ground up, following the full VSM process from Lean foundations to implementation. By the end you can map, analyse and redesign a real value stream and plan the improvements to deliver it.

    Read Value and Waste in Any Process

    Distinguish value-adding, non-value-adding and necessary steps, and recognise the eight Lean wastes (DOWNTIME) across an end-to-end flow of materials and information.

    Draw Current-State Value Stream Maps

    Select a product family, walk the Gemba, and map materials and information flow using the standard VSM symbol set with accurate cycle time, changeover and inventory data.

    Analyse Flow and Find the Bottleneck

    Calculate takt, cycle and lead time, compare cycle time to takt, and locate the constraint that limits the pace of your whole value stream.

    Design a Leaner Future State

    Apply the eight future-state questions, introduce continuous flow and pull systems, and design a lower-waste, faster future-state map for your operation.

    Build a Practical Implementation Plan

    Turn the future-state vision into prioritised workstreams and Kaizen events with clear owners, metrics and a realistic roadmap from current to future state.

    Sustain and Repeat the Improvement

    Standardise new ways of working, track lead-time and inventory gains, and embed value stream mapping as a regular improvement cycle rather than a one-off event.

    Value Stream Mapping Training Modes

    for Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Value Stream Mapping online training options available.

    Value Stream Mapping Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Value Stream Mapping training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Value Stream Mapping Corporate Group Training

    • Customised training aligned to organisational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organizations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardise knowledge, and support workforce development through customised team learning initiatives and Value Stream Mapping training for companies.

    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    Value Stream Mapping Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customised learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by Value Stream Mapping training institute.

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    Value Stream Mapping Live Virtual Training

    Value Stream Mapping Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

    Starts from

    USD 325

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive weekend Value Stream Mapping training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning in Kazakhstan

    Practical Lean Training Your Way

    Invensis Learning delivers practical Value Stream Mapping training for professionals and teams across Kazakhstan who want to build real Lean capability, not just theory. Our sessions are led by experienced operational-excellence practitioners and built around hands-on mapping, so you can apply the technique immediately. Whether you learn as an individual in a live virtual classroom or train a whole team on-site, you get organised courseware, realistic exercises and dedicated support, backed by our ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certifications.

    • Experienced Lean and operational-excellence practitioners, not just theorists
    • Live virtual, classroom and corporate on-site formats to fit your schedule
    • Hands-on mapping exercises using real, workplace-style scenarios
    • ISO 9001:2015 quality and ISO 27001:2022 information-security certified provider
    • Regional support across Kazakhstan and delivery in your time zone
    • Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning
    • Customised group training mapped to your own operations
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after the training

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    Value Steam Mapping Training Locations in Kazakhstan

    Instructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts.

    Value Steam Mapping Training Location in Kazakhstan

    Rixos President Astana, 7, Konaev street, Esil district, Astana, Z05P1P0, Kazakhstan

    Value Steam Mapping Training Location in Kazakhstan

    Inter Continental Almaty Hotel, Nauryzbai Batyr str., Kerem, Spring, Bostandyk district, Almaty, 050013, Kazakhstan

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    Corporate Training for Teams

    Build Lean Skills Across Sites

    • Delivered on-site or live virtual for teams across Kazakhstan
    • Teams map a real value stream from your own operations
    • Customised schedules aligned to shift and production patterns
    • Role-based examples for manufacturing, mining, energy and logistics
    • Experienced Lean practitioners as trainers
    • Progress tracking and post-training support for the group
    • Scalable across plants, business units and regional teams

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    Value Stream Mapping training is a practical, one-day Lean course that teaches you to map the end-to-end flow of materials and information behind a product or service, identify waste, and design a leaner future state. It is a skills course with no examination, delivered by Invensis Learning, and you can take the Value Stream Mapping course online or in the classroom.