One of the most important, if not the most important, elements to effectively implementing business process management (BPM) is connecting individual workers to processes and BPM objectives.

At Northrop Grumman, "value stream" is more than a business buzzword; it is a way of thinking that aligns the work of every employee with the strategic goals of the organization.

To effectively implement any change, an organization needs to secure buy-in and feedback from the employees and other internal individuals who will be affected by the change.