Explanation: Kanban formula

The formula for calculating a Kanban cycle depends on the Kanban principle used (container/card Kanban). The formula contains the following parameters: number of Kanban in circulation; parts per container; replacement time, consumption, safety factors. The determination of the parameters requires the utmost care, otherwise the system could be under-dimensioned (in the worst case) and the supply chain interrupted.

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