Ernie Smith is a former contributor to BizTech, an old-school blogger who specializes in side projects, and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun. Many discussions around ...

Value stream map vs. process map, which is better for you? As with many tools and methods in Six Sigma, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to mapping things out. Both of these tools have ...

Now is the time for IT Leaders to better understand the five levels of VSM maturity. Where are you on your VSM journey? New research 1 underscores the common challenges many enterprises face in ...

Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming enterprise operations, driving significant productivity gains and reshaping IT roles. Its impact on value stream management (VSM) will unfold across near-, mid- ...

Enterprise AI adoption is in crisis. According to Gartner, only 54% of AI pilots reach production, and fewer than half of those deliver the expected benefits. Meanwhile, Microsoft's 2025 Work Trend ...