During the weeks that I was working in the CPI I was able to interact with the
analysts and managers in various settings. I had interviews, observations, and focus
groups that led to the development of the value stream maps and the categorization of
wastes. Wastes identified in the STRIB processes included complexity, overbuilding,
and lack of clear business processes. In the discussions and interviews conducted the
analysts felt that a web tool that would walk them through the analysis process would
simplify their work during the STRIB process. This tool would also standardize the work
processes for completing the STRIB process.