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Kanbanfor Inventory
Management
Objectives
After completing this training, the learner will
be able to:
• Understand how to use Kanban to manage
inventory and inventory replenishment
• Know what is needed to begin a Kanban
program in their department
What is Kanban?
Kanban is the Japanese word for
signal. The Kanban system is a
method for managing inventory.
What is Kanban?
Kanban is a just-in-time
pull system where items
are replenished at the rate
they are consumed. It is
low-tech and highly visual.
Why Kanban?• Prevents carrying excessive inventory
• Prevents stockouts/emergency stock
orders
• Forces stock rotation to reduce inventory
expiration
• Requires less effort to manage inventory
• Creates standardization
Kanban vs. Par Level
Let’s compare the Kanban
method of inventory
management to the
traditional Par level method
in a short exercise.
Kanban vs. Par Level
Did you see differences
between the two methods?
Which method appeared to
have the most benefits?
Kanban = signal
• The signal in this system is a
Kanban card.
•Kanban cards should be labeled
with: item name, number to
restock, when to restock, and the
location of more
Sample Kanban Cards
Kanban System
Lab Storeroom
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2-Bin System
2-Bin System
Empty bins are
placed on top of shelf
Kanban cards are
placed in pocket
2-Bin vs. Kanban Card
2-Bin System
• More error-proof
(small cards can be
lost or moved out of
place)
Kanban Card System
• Uses less space
• Costs less to
implement
Data needed to start
using a Kanban system:
•Number/type of items in inventory
•Consumption rate – how many are
used in a day/week/etc.
•Replenishment Timeframe – how
long does it take to get more stock
Data is entered into an Excel
template, which is then used to
generate Kanban cards and bin
labels.
Information Found in Riverside
Storeroom Supply Catalog
Restock Math
When
implementing
Kanban, use
5S to help
organize stock.
5S Workplace Organization
• Sort = dispose of unneeded/expired stock
• Straighten = organize by use, things that are used most often should be at waist or eye-level
• Shine = light cleaning
• Standardize = choose the best layout and label workspace
• Sustain = audit to ensure organization is being maintained
Use the
PDCA cycle
to adjust
your system
as use
begins.
Kanban Roll-Out Plan
Gather Information – Item Name, Ordering Details, Usage Data
Create Kanban Cards, Determine Where to Use Bins vs. Cards
5S and Organize the Location
Audit and Adjust
If you have any questions or
would like to learn more
about Lean at Riverside, feel
free to contact me:Sara Meyer
Lean Educator
(815)935-7256 x6392