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What it is

ValueStream by MapVS supports value stream mapping from process capture through analysis and continuous improvement tracking. Teams can gather process information through web or guided recording, Gemba walks, video analysis, photo digitization, and CSV, Excel, or ERP imports. The platform calculates Lean metrics and provides bottleneck detection, waste classification, AI suggestions, and Monte Carlo simulation. Its drag-and-drop canvas includes 47 shapes, 12 connection types, and live Lean calculations, alongside more than 1,000 templates across 33 industries. The API is REST-based, with OpenAPI documentation and webhook support. The integration marketplace lists 23 connectors, including Jira, Slack, Teams, Zapier, SAP, and ServiceNow, but is available on Pro and above. The iPhone and iPad app supports offline recording, photos, NFC scanning, GPS tracking, and analytics, and is available through TestFlight for iOS 16 and later. The free plan allows two maps with five stages each and excludes simulation and What-If. The desktop recorder for Windows, Mac, and Linux is marked coming soon.

Spec sheet

What it does
ValueStream is a SaaS platform for capturing, mapping, analysing and improving processes through value-stream maps.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Purpose
ValueStream supports value stream mapping from process capture through analysis and continuous improvement tracking.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
API
The REST API offers CRUD operations for maps, stages, recordings, runs, improvements and webhooks, with OpenAPI and Swagger documentation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Integrations
The integration marketplace advertises 23 connectors, including Jira, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zapier, Webhook, SAP and ServiceNow.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Security
The maker describes data encryption at rest and in transit, Australian Privacy Act compliance, and GDPR readiness; it says formal SOC 2 Type II certification is on the 2027 roadmap.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Support
All plans include email support, and Enterprise includes dedicated support.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Headquarters
Brisbane, Queensland, AustraliaRead 28 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Founded
2025Read 28 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Analysis
The platform calculates Lean metrics and offers bottleneck detection, waste classification, AI suggestions, and Monte Carlo simulation.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
API access limits
API keys require Pro or higher; published limits are 60 requests/minute and 5,000/day for Pro, 120/minute and 20,000/day for Team, with Enterprise custom limits.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Barcode scanning
The platform can scan one-dimensional, two-dimensional and QR barcodes to attach asset or inventory data to stages.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Canvas
The interactive canvas provides 47 shapes, 12 connection types, automated Lean calculations, dark mode and simulation playback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Capture methods
Capture options include web and guided recording, Gemba walks, video analysis, photo digitization, and CSV, Excel, or ERP data imports.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Collaboration
Real-time collaboration provides live cursors, presence indicators, instant synchronisation, comments, roles and shared workspaces.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Company facts
The security questionnaire lists Brisbane, Queensland, Australia as headquarters, 2025 as the founding year and 1–5 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Company legal name
The security questionnaire identifies the vendor as MapVS Pty Ltd, with ABN registration pending.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Compliance status
The company says it is Australian Privacy Act compliant and GDPR ready; application SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certification are planned for 2027.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Data handling
The security questionnaire says data is stored on DigitalOcean infrastructure in Sydney and deleted account data is permanently purged within 30 days.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Data import
CSV, Excel and ERP data can be imported with column mapping and batch map generation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Data residency
Sydney is the default data region; US East and Frankfurt are available on Team or higher plans, while London and Singapore are roadmap regions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Desktop availability
The Windows, Mac, and Linux desktop recorder is marked Coming Soon on the Apps page.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Desktop requirements
The planned Electron recorder lists macOS 11+, Windows 10+ and Ubuntu 20.04+ or equivalent, with an approximately 150 MB download.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Documentation
The help centre lists 80 articles across getting started, features, methodology, troubleshooting, API and FAQ categories.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Exports
Maps can be exported as CSV, JSON or PDF, and bulk account export provides a JSON archive containing maps, runs, recordings, photos and audio notes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
External feature evidence
The developer portfolio independently lists video time-motion extraction, handwritten-map digitisation, ERP/CSV import, TIMWOODS classification, bottleneck detection, workflow automation and audit logging.Read 15 Oct 2026 · dunderdoon.com
External technology evidence
An independent developer portfolio describes ValueStream as a 2024-present platform using Python/Flask, PostgreSQL, D3.js, computer vision, LLM analysis, REST API and Stripe billing.Read 15 Oct 2026 · dunderdoon.com
Gemba walks
Gemba-walk capture supports photos, checklists, voice notes and GPS tagging.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Google Play app
The Android listing describes offline recording, GPS tagging, NFC scanning, photo evidence, run comparison, bottleneck detection and Monte Carlo analysis.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Google Play data practices
Google Play says no data is shared with third parties, while the app may collect location and personal information, encrypts data in transit and supports deletion requests.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Google Play developer
Google Play lists ASSET ARC SERVICES as the developer, with an address in Pennington, South Australia, Australia.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Google Play update
The listing reports version 1.0.6 updated on 23 August 2026, adding NFC start/stop recording and fixing silent recording failures and run overwrites.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Guided recording
Guided recording uses templates to collect consistent, comparable process observations.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Hosting model
The IT guide describes ValueStream as cloud-hosted with no on-premises installation requirement.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Improvement tracking
An improvements Kanban board tracks actions with owners, due dates and before-and-after impact.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Lean analytics
Analytics include lead time, cycle time, takt time, process-cycle efficiency, value-add ratios, bottleneck detection and TIMWOODS waste classification.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Limit: Android availability
The feature page says Android submission to Google Play is in progress and labels Android as coming soon.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Limit: beta AI
AI video analysis and AI suggestions are beta features whose quality and feature set may change.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Limit: desktop availability
The feature page marks the Windows, macOS and Linux desktop recorder as coming soon.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Limit: missing certification
MapVS application-level SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications are not yet available and are on the 2027 roadmap.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Limit: troubleshooting issues
The help centre documents recurring problems involving map loading, recording synchronisation, NFC detection, voice-note saving, video uploads and API authentication.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Mapping canvas
Its drag-and-drop canvas has 47 shapes, 12 connection types, and live Lean calculations.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Mobile app
The iPhone and iPad app supports offline recording, photos, NFC scanning, GPS tracking, and analytics, and is available on iOS TestFlight for iOS 16 and later.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
NFC and GPS capture
NFC tags can start or stop stage timers, while GPS coordinates can automatically record stage locations.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Photo digitisation
Photos of whiteboard or paper value-stream maps can be converted into editable digital maps with AI recognition.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Security controls
MapVS states TLS 1.2 or higher, AES-256 at rest, HSTS, CSRF protection, bcrypt password hashing, rate limiting and content-security policies.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Simulation
Monte Carlo simulation runs thousands of scenarios with staffing and demand variation and confidence intervals.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
System requirements
The IT guide lists Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+ or Edge 90+, JavaScript and cookies enabled, and no Internet Explorer support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Templates and audience
It offers over 1,000 templates across 33 industries and is presented for Lean practitioners, process engineers, consultants, and improvement teams.Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Version comparison
Saved map versions can be compared with visual diffs and metric deltas and exported as PDF reports.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Video analysis
Uploaded process videos can be analysed by AI to identify steps, estimate times, classify waste and generate maps.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Web recorder
The browser recorder timestamps screen-based workflows and detects process steps.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
What-If analysis
What-If scenarios clone maps and show changes to lead time, process-cycle efficiency and cost.Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com

Plans and prices

Free Free Forever free 2 maps, 5 stages each · 3 basic templates · limited web recorder · 50 MB storage · no simulation or What-If Read 30 Sep 2026 · mapvs.com
Free Free Forever free 2 maps · 5 stages each · 3 basic templates · limited web recorder · basic recording runs · 50 MB storage · no simulation or What-If · no AI video analysis Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Enterprise Priced on request Custom annual; minimum 10 seats Everything in Team · SSO/SAML · data-region selection · dedicated support · custom integrations · unlimited AI analysis beta · white-label option · 100 GB+ storage Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Pro Price not published Billed monthly Unlimited maps and imports · DES simulation · What-If analysis · OEE · shift calendars · Monte Carlo · AI suggestions · NFC/GPS recording · desktop recorder · 20 video analyses/month beta · PDF export · BYO LLM · REST API · 10 GB storage Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Starter Price not published Billed monthly 10 maps · unlimited stages · 1,000+ templates · recording comparison · mobile and Apple Watch recording · 5 video analyses/month beta · CSV export · 1 GB storage Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com
Team Price not published Billed monthly; 5 seats included, +$6.99/month per additional seat Everything in Pro · cross-map overlays · process merge · live recording banners · team workspaces and roles · process chains · multi-product flows · industry benchmarking · 50 video analyses/month beta · 35 GB storage Read 15 Oct 2026 · mapvs.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Capture via web, video, photos, and data imports
  • Canvas includes live Lean calculations
  • More than 1,000 templates across 33 industries
  • iOS app supports offline recording and GPS tracking

Limits

  • Free plan limits use to two maps
  • Free plan excludes simulation and What-If
  • Integration marketplace requires Pro or above
  • Desktop recorder is marked coming soon

Who it suits

ValueStream is presented for Lean practitioners, process engineers, consultants, and improvement teams mapping and analyzing processes. The iOS app may suit people capturing process information in the field, while desktop recorder availability is still marked coming soon.

ValueStream by MapVS in depth

Read the full write-up

ValueStream by MapVS is a process-improvement platform for teams that map work and measure Lean performance. It is best suited to Lean practitioners, process engineers, consultants, and improvement teams who need several ways to capture a process before analyzing it. Its broad toolkit is appealing, but the Free plan is tightly capped and paid plan prices are custom.

Overview

ValueStream brings process capture, value stream mapping, Lean analysis, and improvement tracking into one platform. It supports up to 10 value streams, a meaningful constraint for organizations managing a larger portfolio of flows. MapVS was founded in 2025 and is headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

Key features

Capture and mapping

Teams can capture processes through web or guided recording, Gemba walks, video analysis, photo digitization, and CSV, Excel, or ERP imports. That range suits projects that combine observation with existing operational data. The drag-and-drop canvas provides 47 shapes, 12 connection types, and live Lean calculations, giving practitioners room to represent varied flows without losing sight of metrics as they map.

Analysis and improvement

Lean metrics, bottleneck detection, waste classification, AI suggestions, and Monte Carlo simulation support analysis from identifying constraints to considering possible changes. Simulation and What-If are excluded from Free, so teams that need that modeling capability must move beyond the entry tier. Video analysis is also quota-limited by plan: Starter allows five analyses per month, Pro 20, and Team 50; each is marked Beta.

Templates and connections

More than 1,000 templates cover 33 industries, which can give teams a useful starting point rather than requiring every map to begin from a blank canvas. The marketplace has 23 connectors, including Jira, Slack, Teams, Zapier, SAP, and ServiceNow, but integrations are available on Pro and above. A REST API with OpenAPI documentation and webhook support offers another route for connecting workflows.

Mobile, desktop, and security

The iPhone and iPad app supports offline recording, photos, NFC scanning, GPS tracking, and analytics, and is available through iOS TestFlight for iOS 16 and later. The Windows, Mac, and Linux desktop recorder is marked Coming Soon on the Apps page, although it is included in the Pro plan description; buyers who depend on desktop recording should confirm its availability before choosing that tier.

MapVS describes encryption at rest and in transit, Australian Privacy Act compliance, and GDPR readiness. Data is stored on DigitalOcean infrastructure in Sydney, and deleted account data is permanently purged within 30 days. Formal SOC 2 Type II certification is on the 2027 roadmap, so organizations requiring that certification should look elsewhere for now.

Pricing

ValueStream is freemium, with a 14-day trial and paid plans billed monthly where stated. The paid plans have custom pricing rather than public prices, which makes budget comparison harder before contacting MapVS.

PlanWhat it includesBest suited toFreefree, billed Forever free. Two maps with up to five stages each, three basic templates, limited web recorder, 50 MB storage, and no simulation or What-If.Individuals or teams assessing the mapping workflow on a small process set; the map, stage, and storage caps make it unsuitable for broad ongoing use.StarterCustom pricing, billed monthly. Ten maps, unlimited stages, 1,000+ templates, five video analyses per month (Beta), and 1 GB storage.Small improvement efforts that need more mapping capacity and templates but can work without the listed Pro-level simulation and integrations.ProCustom pricing, billed monthly. Unlimited maps and imports, DES simulation, desktop recorder for Windows, Mac, and Linux, 20 video analyses per month (Beta), and 10 GB storage.Teams that need simulation, higher map capacity, or integrations, which are available on Pro and above. Desktop recorder timing merits confirmation.TeamCustom pricing; five seats included, with +$6.99/mo each additional. Everything in Pro, team workspaces and roles, 50 video analyses per month (Beta), and 35 GB storage.Collaborative groups that need shared workspaces and roles, with a clear additional-seat charge.EnterpriseCustom annual pricing; minimum 10 seats. Everything in Team, SSO/SAML, data region selection, dedicated support, custom integrations, and 100 GB+ storage.Larger organizations that need identity controls, region choice, custom integrations, or dedicated support; the 10-seat minimum rules out smaller teams.All plans include email support; Enterprise adds dedicated support. Free is the only plan with a published price, while the paid tiers require a pricing conversation.

Platforms

ValueStream supports iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. The iOS app is distributed through TestFlight for iOS 16 and later. Windows, Mac, and Linux desktop recording is marked Coming Soon, so platform support should not be confused with a desktop recorder that is already available.

Who it's for

ValueStream fits Lean practitioners, process engineers, consultants, and improvement teams that need to combine process observation, mapping, metrics, and improvement analysis. It is particularly compelling when teams can make use of its multiple capture methods, templates, and simulation. It is a weaker fit for organizations needing more than 10 streams, public paid-tier pricing, or formal SOC 2 Type II certification today.

Pros and cons

Pros

Multiple capture routes, including Gemba walks, media digitization, and ERP imports, suit teams with mixed process evidence.

The 47-shape, 12-connection canvas and live Lean calculations pair flexible mapping with ongoing metrics.

More than 1,000 templates across 33 industries can reduce setup work for common process contexts.

Offline iOS recording, NFC scanning, and GPS tracking support field capture away from a live connection.

Cons

Free is limited to two maps, five stages each, three basic templates, and 50 MB, excluding simulation and What-If.

Paid-tier prices are custom, making early budget comparison less straightforward.

Integrations are restricted to Pro and above, while video analysis carries monthly quotas even on paid tiers.

The desktop recorder is marked Coming Soon, and formal SOC 2 Type II certification remains on the 2027 roadmap.

The 10-stream ceiling can constrain organizations managing a wider portfolio of value streams.

Alternatives

Value Stream Management Software is the broader category directory for comparing options. HCL DevOps Velocity is worth considering for buyers seeking a freemium alternative with a free Community Edition covering two to three licenses and Linux, macOS, self-hosted, web, and Windows platforms. Planview AdaptiveWork is a paid option with Android, API, iOS, and web platforms; pricing is available by contacting an account executive. Cora Value Stream Management is another paid option for teams prepared to request pricing. Digital.ai TeamForge is a paid, no-free-plan alternative spanning API, Linux, self-hosted, and web, with sales contact required for pricing and licensing. Keypup Value Stream Management Dashboard may suit buyers comparing an annual API-oriented option; its MCP & API Only plan is $49 a month, billed annually in advance, with bucket-based record pricing. Axify is a paid API and web alternative with a Pro plan priced at $29 a year, billed annually per active contributor per month. CloudBees CI is a paid option for Linux, self-hosted, web, and Windows environments, with pricing handled by Sales or an account team. eVSM is a Windows alternative with a $150, paid once academic license for eligible full-time students, limited to educational use, one user, and one PC.

Verdict

Choose ValueStream if your improvement work benefits from varied process-capture methods, flexible mapping, and Lean analysis in one platform. The decisive drawback is the combination of a restrictive Free tier and custom-priced paid plans, compounded by the 10-stream ceiling; teams needing predictable costs, more streams, or currently available desktop recording should compare alternatives first.

Verdict

ValueStream covers capture, mapping, analysis, and improvement tracking, with a broad set of input methods and templates. Review the free-tier limits and the availability notes for integrations and desktop recording.

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