Kanban System Review Checklist

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System Overview & Goals (STEP)
Briefly describe the primary goals of this Kanban system within the manufacturing process. (TEXT)
What is the target Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) that this Kanban system aims to support? (NUMBER)
Does this Kanban system align with the overall Manufacturing Strategy? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Partially)
Date of last strategic review linking Kanban to manufacturing goals. (DATE)
Summarize any significant changes in manufacturing goals since the last Kanban System Review. (TEXT)
Is the Kanban system achieving its intended goals? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Needs Improvement)
If the answer to the previous question is 'No' or 'Needs Improvement', briefly explain why. (TEXT)
Board Design & Visualization (STEP)
Number of Columns (NUMBER)
Description of Swimlanes (if any) (TEXT)
Board Type (Physical/Digital/Hybrid) (SELECTION options: Physical, Digital, Hybrid)
Color Coding Used? (Select all that apply) (SELECTION options: Priority, Type of Work, Status, Team, None)
Describe any visual cues/icons used on cards (TEXT)
Ease of Understanding (Board clarity for new users) (SELECTION options: Very Easy, Easy, Neutral, Difficult, Very Difficult)
Attach a Photo/Screenshot of the Kanban Board (UPLOAD)
Card Definition & Content (STEP)
Part Number (TEXT)
Description (TEXT)
Quantity Required (NUMBER)
Due Date (DATE)
Priority Level (SELECTION options: High, Medium, Low)
Special Instructions / Notes (TEXT)
Material Type (SELECTION options: Raw Material, Component, Finished Good)
Workflow & Cycle Times (STEP)
Average Cycle Time - Stage 1 (e.g., Cutting) (NUMBER)
Average Cycle Time - Stage 2 (e.g., Assembly) (NUMBER)
Average Cycle Time - Stage 3 (e.g., Quality Check) (NUMBER)
Average Total Cycle Time (all stages) (NUMBER)
Identify Bottlenecks: Describe any observed bottlenecks in the workflow. (TEXT)
Bottleneck Severity (if applicable) (SELECTION options: Minor, Moderate, Significant)
Proposed Solutions for Bottlenecks: Outline any proposed solutions to address identified bottlenecks. (TEXT)
Date of Last Cycle Time Measurement (DATE)
Percentage Change in Total Cycle Time (vs. last review) (NUMBER)
Work in Progress (WIP) Limits (STEP)
Current WIP Limit - Stage 1 (e.g., Cutting) (NUMBER)
Current WIP Limit - Stage 2 (e.g., Assembly) (NUMBER)
Current WIP Limit - Stage 3 (e.g., Finishing) (NUMBER)
Average WIP Levels - Stage 1 (NUMBER)
Average WIP Levels - Stage 2 (NUMBER)
Average WIP Levels - Stage 3 (NUMBER)
Are current WIP limits optimal? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Unsure)
Explanation if WIP Limits are not optimal. (TEXT)
Replenishment & Ordering (STEP)
Current Safety Stock Levels (for critical materials) (NUMBER)
Reorder Point (ROP) Accuracy (average deviation) (NUMBER)
Replenishment Signal Type (SELECTION options: Kanban Card, Digital Signal, Scheduled Order, Manual Request)
Describe any discrepancies between actual material flow and replenishment signals. (TEXT)
Date of last replenishment process review (DATE)
Lead Time Accuracy (average days) (NUMBER)
Supplier Performance - On-Time Delivery (Critical Materials) (SELECTION options: Excellent (98-100%), Good (90-97%), Average (80-89%), Needs Improvement (Below 80%))
Team Performance & Training (STEP)
Team Member Understanding of Kanban Principles (1-5, 1=Poor, 5=Excellent) (NUMBER)
Frequency of Kanban Training Sessions (per month) (NUMBER)
Describe any observed deviations from established Kanban processes by team members. (TEXT)
Which of the following training topics are needed? (Select all that apply) (SELECTION options: New Team Member Onboarding, Advanced Kanban Techniques, Problem Solving and Bottleneck Analysis, Data Analysis and Reporting)
How effective is the current method for sharing Kanban updates and changes? (SELECTION options: Very Effective, Effective, Neutral, Ineffective, Very Ineffective)
What suggestions do team members have to improve Kanban understanding and adherence? (TEXT)
Date of last Kanban training session. (DATE)
Metrics & Reporting (STEP)
Average Lead Time (Days) (NUMBER)
Cycle Time for Stage 1 (Minutes) (NUMBER)
Number of Cards Completed per Shift (NUMBER)
Percentage of Cards Delivered On Time (NUMBER)
Brief Summary of Recent Metric Trends (TEXT)
Are metrics being tracked and visualized effectively? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Partially)
Attach KPI Report (if applicable) (UPLOAD)
Date of Last KPI Review (DATE)
System Adherence & Continuous Improvement (STEP)
Percentage of cards fully compliant with standard card format. (NUMBER)
How frequently are Kanban reviews conducted? (SELECTION options: Daily, Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly, Less than Monthly)
Describe any deviations from standard Kanban practices observed. (TEXT)
Which improvement suggestions have been implemented since the last review? (SELECTION options: Improved Card Design, Adjusted WIP Limits, Increased Training, Board Layout Changes, None)
Date of last team training on Kanban principles. (DATE)
Document any roadblocks or challenges preventing full adherence to Kanban principles. (TEXT)
Overall, how satisfied are team members with the current Kanban system? (SELECTION options: Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neutral, Dissatisfied, Very Dissatisfied)
Upload any relevant documentation supporting observations (e.g., process diagrams, training materials) (UPLOAD)

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