TABLE OF CONTENTS Enterprisewide kanban pull system implementation first requires a well-thought-out strategy. The amount of time required to achieve full implementation of this strategy is a function of the scope of the specific value stream and the resources dedicated to the implementation process. The following are typical implementation strategy considerations and milestones.
The implementation strategy is built upon previous improvements and is integrally linked to your future state vision.
We encourage you to "start close to home." Develop an internal kanban pull systems implementation competency before taking the methodology to external suppliers.
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Product family definition must be determined.
Many possible approach models for product family definition are available: by supplier, function, engineering content, processes, markets, etc.
Value stream mapping (current state and future state) must be performed.
Collect key data points and verify where continuous flow is not possible. These areas are targeted for kanban pull system implementation.
A requirements study must be performed.
Evaluate the impact of the current state consuming process scheduling approach. Also, assess set-up times and process reliability impact.
Focus internally first. Identify the internally produced products that should (and should not) be placed under kanban control. This determination will be the result of a balanced consideration of the demand volume, order frequency, and lead time of each product.
Conduct kanban awareness training:
One-day key concepts workshops
Target audience
Client internal trainers
Process owners
IT support personnel
External...
