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BPMN-VSM-based knowledge-work process analysis and improvement in police services: a case study

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  • Felix Preshanth Santhiapillai
  • R.M. Chandima Ratnayake

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Purpose - The purpose of this study is to investigate the integrated application of business process modeling and notation (BPMN) and value stream mapping (VSM) to improve knowledge work performance and productivity in police services. In order to explore the application of the hybrid BPMN-VSM approach in police services, this study uses the department of digital crime investigation (DCI) in one Norwegian police district as a case study. Design/methodology/approach - Service process identification was the next step after selecting an appropriate organizational unit for the case study. BPMN-VSM-based current state mapping, including time and waste analyses, was used to determine cycle and lead time and identify value-adding and nonvalue-adding activities. Subsequently, improvement opportunities were identified, and the current state process was re-designed and constructed through future state mapping. Findings - The study results indicate a 44.4% and 83.0% reduction in process cycle and lead time, respectively. This promising result suggests that the hybrid BPMN-VSM approach can support the visualization of bottlenecks and possible causes of increased lead times, followed by the systematic identification and proposals of avenues for future improvement and innovation to remedy the discovered inefficiencies in a complex knowledge-work environment. Research limitations/implications - This study focused on one department in a Norwegian police district. However, the experience gained can support researchers and practitioners in understanding lean implementation through an integrated BPMN and VSM model, offering a unique insight into the ability to investigate complex systems. Originality/value - Complex knowledge work processes generally characterize police services due to a high number of activities, resources and stakeholder involvement. Implementing lean thinking in this context is significantly challenging, and the literature on this topic is limited. This study addresses the applicability of the hybrid BPMN-VSM approach in police services with an original public sector case study in Norway.

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  • Felix Preshanth Santhiapillai & R.M. Chandima Ratnayake, 2023. "BPMN-VSM-based knowledge-work process analysis and improvement in police services: a case study," International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 73(7), pages 2116-2135, November.
  • Handle: RePEc:eme:ijppmp:ijppm-12-2022-0604
    DOI: 10.1108/IJPPM-12-2022-0604
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