A sound lean performance measurement system links a company’s lean strategy to all performance measurements and goals. Using the Linkage Chart framework, a company can shift from its traditional measurements, based on historical results, to process-oriented measurements that drive lean problem solving. Using a Linkage Chart, a company can be assured that its performance measurement […]

BMA's monthly lean accounting community chat will be held on the following dates in 2022 at 11:00 US Eastern time. January 13 February 10 March 10 April 14 May 12 June 16 July 14 August 11 September 15 October 13 November 10 December 15 These chats are free to attend, but you must register here: […]

Managing Costs with a Value Stream Income Statement A value stream income statement is an essential analytical cost management tool for a lean organization. It presents revenue and expenses in a usable, easy to understand format for internal users, which allows them to establish the relationships between lean operations and costs.   In this webinar you […]

Creating an Effective Lean Management Accounting System A BMA online course February 8, 10, 15, 17, 20022 1:00 – 3:00 PM US Eastern time Pricing and Registration Individual: $600 per personGroup discount 20% for 3 or more from same company To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-an-effective-lean-management-accounting-system-tickets-252215853407 Course description Creating an effective lean management accounting system requires the integration […]

Calculating and Measuring Value Stream Capacity A primary outcome of continuous improvement efforts undertaken in a lean company is to create capacity. A company can use additional capacity to improve delivery, quality, lead time, productivity, cost, safety, and morale.  In lean accounting, it’s important to have clear, intuitive measures of capacity to quantify the following:  […]

Value Stream Management: Integrating Lean Accounting and Lean Practices Part 1 – Controlling and Improving Value Streams April 12, 2022, 11:00 AM US Eastern time Value stream management is the integration […]

Value Stream Management: Integrating Lean Accounting and Lean Practices Part 2 – Planning and Managing Value Streams May 10, 2022, 11:00 AM US Eastern time Value stream management is the integration of lean accounting with lean practices into a holistic management system designed to serve customers better, improve productivity and improve financial performance. A value stream […]