Construct a value stream map for the given processes

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Question: 1. Identify some of the seven forms of waste in the following situations.

a. Restaurant

b. Doctor's office

2. Construct a value stream map for the following processes.

a. Cafeteria

b. Grocery store

3. What does it mean to say that a supply chain can be too lean? Give examples why this may be a problem.

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