4.1.3 Quiz on KANBAN Signals

What is the purpose of a signal in the KANBAN system?

• To empty containers

• To schedule work

• To send some more (a transfer batch)

• To produce some more (a process batch)

Why are empty containers acting as signals considered a potential hazard?

• They signal to fill it

• They signal to produce more

• They signal to stop production

• They signal to increase stock

What is the main characteristic of a Single Card KANBAN system?

• Only pull system for delivery

• Only push system for production

• Push system for production and pull system for delivery

• Pull system for production and push system for delivery

In the Input / Output Control KANBAN system, how is the supply chain treated?

• As separate units for each operation

• As a random sequence of operations

• As a linear chain of operations

• As one unit rather than a series of linked operations

What is the purpose of a Kanban Accumulator in the KANBAN system?

• Allow Kanban signals to accumulate until production batch size is reached

• Prevent Kanban signals from accumulating

• Reduce the number of Kanban signals

• Increase the buffer stock

What is the main difference between a Single Card System and a Dual Card System in KANBAN?

• Separation of replenishment and produce signals

• Combination of replenishment and produce signals

• Use of different types of cards

• Use of the same card for all signals

What is the purpose of the scheduling system in a Dual Card System?

• To calculate the buffer stock

• To authorize the production batch

• To determine which job is next

• To schedule the delivery

What is the advantage of Dual Card Systems in dealing with higher mixes?

• They increase the batch size

• They can deal with higher mixes

• They reduce the mix variety

• They cannot deal with higher mixes

What is the role of a planning system like MRP1 in the KANBAN system?

• To control the signals

• To produce the parts

• To deliver the products

• To schedule the work

What is the purpose of the ConWIP system in KANBAN?

• To ensure work in process cannot build up

• To increase work in process

• To eliminate the buffer stock

• To reduce the production speed