In the event that you cannot create continuous flow, do not struggle with the
concept. Acknowledge the situation publicly and then create the best possible
value stream in your Future State Map. Make sure that all employees within the
value stream, as well as management, are aware of this lack of flow. It should not
be a point of conflict for those human roadblockers who don’t want to change.
Put the facts on the table quickly, and then work with the team to create flow
where and when possible.