Introduction:
Kanban is a technique used to determine production quantities in the work process thus facilitating Just-In-Time (JIT) production and ordering systems in lean manufacturing. Kanban was originally developed in the 1950s by the Toyota Motor Company - Japan to help manage the flow of materials in the assembly line. The main aim at the time was to secure active operator involvement and participation in order to improve system productivity through the provision of a highly visible means to observe product flow through the production system and inventory buildup within the system. Later, the method was further improved to help Continue reading...