This is an exercise to practice Kanban calculations (e.g. Takt Time, Yamazumi, bumber of Kanban).
This PPT delves into the practical application of Kanban calculations, offering a comprehensive exercise tailored for professionals seeking to optimize their production processes. It covers essential metrics such as Takt Time and Yamazumi, providing a detailed scenario involving a mugs company with diverse product sizes. The exercise guides you through calculating the number of Kanban cards required to maintain an efficient workflow, ensuring that customer demand is met without overburdening the production line.
The document breaks down the process into manageable steps, from picking items in the warehouse to the final cooking in the oven. It emphasizes the importance of understanding cycle times for different product sizes and how these impact overall production efficiency. The exercise also includes a detailed production plan, illustrating how to align production batches with customer demand, ensuring that the oven's capacity is fully utilized without any constraints.
By completing this exercise, you will gain a deeper understanding of how to implement Kanban in a real-world setting. The document includes practical examples and calculations, making it an invaluable resource for any operations manager or production planner looking to enhance their lean manufacturing skills. Whether you are new to Kanban or looking to refine your existing processes, this exercise will provide the insights and tools needed to achieve operational excellence.
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Source: Best Practices in Lean Game, Kanban PowerPoint Slides: Kanban Calculations (Activity) PowerPoint (PPTX) Presentation Slide Deck, OpEx Academy NZ
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