One of the most frequently asked questions when talking about Kanban is: “Which materials are suitable for this type of management?” Not all codes are suitable to be managed in PULL mode according to Lean principles. Choosing without a clear criterion often leads to mistakes, regardless of the… Read More
Applying a PULL logic in a Lean perspective with Kanban, or maintaining a traditional PUSH system based on MRP, is not a decision that can be made “by gut feeling”. An objective and replicable criterion is needed to analyze materials and determine which approach is most suitable based on their… Read More
When talking about Kanban, the focus is often on the visual or operational aspects of the system: cards, racks, signage. But what really determines the success of a Kanban system is something less visible, yet much more important: its sizing. An undersized Kanban leads to stockouts. An oversized Kanban… Read More
Applying the pull logic correctly according to Lean Production principles requires much more than just hanging cards or setting up racks. A well-designed Kanban system can extend along the entire supply chain: from internal processes to material handling, up to purchasing and distribution to the final customer. To structure an… Read More
Kanban is a powerful tool to manage materials using pull logic, improving both the efficiency and responsiveness of the supply chain. However, it is not a universal solution. Its application must be carefully evaluated, because there are contexts where Kanban does not work—or can even make the situation worse. Read More
Kanban (看板) was born at Toyota in the 1970s as a visual tool for managing stocked materials according to pull logic. The system relied on physical, reusable cards associated with each container. When the material was consumed, the card was manually moved onto a Kanban board to signal the… Read More
When we talk about Kanban, an entire world opens up online… or rather two distinct worlds, often confused with one another. On the one hand, there are project management tools such as Trello, Jira, Asana or Monday, used by teams (mainly IT and marketing) to organize activities according to Agile… Read More
Kanban is one of the most well-known tools of Lean Production, but it is often considered merely a “visual” or “manual” technique. In reality, if properly designed and digitalized (e-Kanban), it can radically transform the efficiency of logistics flows and supply chains, reducing inventory levels and operating costs. In this… Read More
Reading time: 4 minutes Lavor Metal is a second-generation Italian company founded by Alessandro Zorzi and now led by his son Enea. Since 1999, the company has specialized in cold sheet metal processing for third parties, serving clients in industries such as: Professional catering, Industrial washing, Food service, Home appliances,… Read More
Reading time: 3 minutes Astolfi 1963 is an Italian company with a long-standing tradition in the production of high-quality mattresses and bed systems. Founded by grandfather Pietro and carried forward by his son Moreno and grandson Omar, the company has always focused on craftsmanship and attention to detail. Read More
