KANBAN QUIZ

What is the primary goal of Kanban?

• Maximizing productivity

• Minimizing waste

• Maximizing inventory

• Minimizing lead time

Who developed the Kanban system?

• Toyota

• Honda

• Ford

• General Motors

What does the term "Kanban" mean in Japanese?

• Continuous improvement

• Visual card

• Lean manufacturing

• Waste reduction

What is the key concept of the Kanban system?

• Just-in-time production

• Mass production

• Batch processing

• Stockpiling inventory

How does Kanban help in improving efficiency?

• By increasing inventory levels

• By reducing bottlenecks

• By adding more steps to the process

• By minimizing customer interaction

Which of the following is NOT a core principle of Kanban?

• Limit work in progress

• Visualize workflow

• Maximize inventory levels

• Manage flow

What type of board is commonly used in Kanban to visualize workflow?

• Gantt chart

• Scrum board

• Kanban board

• Burn-down chart

In Kanban, what does the term "WIP" stand for?

• Work In Progress

• Work Instruction Program

• Work Integrated Process

• Work Improvement Plan

Which industry initially adopted Kanban?

• Automotive

• IT

• Healthcare

• Agriculture

What is one of the benefits of the Kanban system?

• Increased batch sizes

• Faster delivery times

• Higher inventory costs

• More complexity in processes