Kanban system usually uses a printed card that contains specific information such as part name, description, quantity, etc. However, other devices such as plastic markers (kanban squares) or balls (often golf balls) or an empty part-transport trolley or floor location can also be used to trigger the movement, production, or supply of a unit in a factory. In a Kanban manufacturing environment, nothing is manufactured unless there is a “signal” to manufacture creating a pull system. This is in contrast to a push-manufacturing environment where production is continuous.

Why use it: Kanbans maintains inventory levels; a signal is sent to produce and deliver a new shipment as material is consumed. These signals are tracked through the replenishment cycle and brings extraordinary visibility to suppliers and buyers. Kanban has became an effective tool to support the running of the production system as a whole. In addition, it proved to be an excellent way for promoting improvements because reducing the number of kanban in circulation highlighted problem areas. The main benefits of using a Kanban system are:

• Reduce inventory and product obsolescence.
• Reduces waste and scrap
• Provides flexibility in production
• Increases Output
• Reduces Total Cost

Where to use it: Kanban system is best used in stable manufacturing environments and is most beneficial when high volume/low value components are involved, especially if there are long lead times or demand is difficult to forecast. For low volume and high value components, other materials management system may be a better option, but there are probably sub areas where a Kanban system of one form or another will aid in production planning and material control.

When to use it: To reduce total costs on the factory floor and to bring visibility to waste.

How to use it: Select the components of Kanban that will work in your facility. Not all parts of Kanban may be appropriate for the types of products you produce. Kanban may be appropriate for one product, and not for another. In some cases a simple manual Kanban will work well. In other cases computer automation of Kanbans may be the best option. You will need to evaluate both your in-house production and your suppliers in order to determine which Kanban options will benefit your facility. Please refer to package for more infomation.

Name Format Preview (Click to enlarge)   Kanban Instructions Adobe PDF Format   Explantion of the Kanban Re-Ordering Broad Microsoft Powerpoint Format   Kanban Estimator Microsoft Excel Format   Example Layout of a Kanban Process Microsoft Excel Format   Withdrawal Kanban Card Template Microsoft Excel Format   Production Kanban Card Template Microsoft Excel Format   Supplier Kanban Card Template Microsoft Excel Format

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