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Kanban Card Calculator

Format: Excel file (.xlsx)Free
The Problem

Many kanban systems get launched with a guessed number instead of a calculation that actually accounts for demand, lead time, and container size.

Calculate the minimum number of kanban cards/containers needed to circulate without stockouts.

Features
  • Automatic card count based on demand and lead time
  • Adjustable safety factor for demand variability
  • Total kanban system inventory calculated
Who It's For

Lean manufacturing engineers and plant planners

Related Domain: Production Planning Excellence