SIPOC Diagram
Reference model
SIPOC helps teams visualize the components of a process.
About this model
A SIPOC diagram is a visual tool that outlines the Suppliers, Inputs, Process, Outputs, and Customers of a process, facilitating a shared understanding among team members.
Originator not stated.
How to read it
- Start from the Suppliers and Inputs to understand what is needed.
- Follow through the Process to see how inputs are transformed into Outputs.
What this does
Provides a high-level overview of a process by identifying its Suppliers, Inputs, Process, Outputs, and Customers, helping teams understand the scope and context of their work.
When to use it
Use it when starting a process improvement initiative to clarify the key elements of a process and its stakeholders.
Not when: Do not use it when detailed process mapping is required, or when the process is too complex for a high-level overview.
What happens next
Develop a detailed process map based on the SIPOC findings.
Golden thread
Builds on ←
- Process scope definition
- Stakeholder list
Feeds into →
- Process map
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Drafted with AI and reviewed by Eccellere on 04/11/2026. Guidance, not advice: apply your own judgement.