Information flow mapping in a Production company Synthesizing processes mapping methods to map the information flow and identify improvements for Consilium Safety Group
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Examensarbete för masterexamen
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Model builders
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The aim of this study is to map and suggest improvements to the information flow of
Consilium Safety Group, a leader in safety solutions. By integrating the working method
from Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and the illustrations of an activity cell from Integration
Definition for Function Modeling 0 (IDEF0), the study develops a synthesized method to
map information flow. The method, including interviews, secondary data, a workshop, and a
thematic analysis effectively mapped the information flow, and organized the improvements
in a list with an explanation of the problems and respective solutions. The study’s solutions
focus on standardizing procedures, automating manual processes, and improving
communication channels. These improvements are expected to enhance operational
efficiency and reduce lead times which was the reason for Consilium to conduct this study.
The synthesized mapping method offers a robust framework for understanding and
optimizing information flows in complex organizational settings. The study concludes that
the synthesized method not only effectively maps the information flow but also facilitates the
identification of significant improvement opportunities, enhancing operational efficiency.
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information flow, information flow mapping, process mapping, process mapping method, IDEF0, VSM, improvement