How to produce a SIPOC diagram

A SIPOC diagram is a tool that is used to gather a snapshot view of process information.

SIPOC diagrams are very useful at the start of a project to provide information to the project team before work commences.

SIPOC stands for

S – Suppliers
I – Inputs
P – Process
O – Outputs
C – Customers

Unsurprisingly the SIPOC model encourages the project team to consider the elements listed above and their scope within the project. In some cases requirements are added to the model. SIPOC diagram benefits from being designed at a high level.

How to create a SIPOC diagram

1/ Identify key process activities
2/ Identify outputs of the process and known customers
3/ Identify inputs to the process and likely suppliers

Example SIPOC Diagram of Husband making wife a cup of tea.