Which signaling system uses a card attached to parts to signal withdrawal from feeding operations in a JIT system?

Which signaling system uses a card attached to parts to signal withdrawal from feeding operations in a JIT system?

• A. Landed cost
• B. Lead-time offset
• C. Kanban
• D. Line-haul costs

Answer: (C)

Kanban is the signaling system used in a JIT environment where a card attached to a part or container serves as the authority to withdraw that item from a feeding operation. As downstream processes consume parts, the card or empty container is used to trigger replenishment from the previous operation, which creates a true pull system with minimal inventory and work-in-progress. This signaling ensures parts are moved and produced only as needed to meet demand. Other terms refer to costs or scheduling concepts rather than a signaling method for withdrawal.

Kanban is the signaling system used in a JIT environment where a card attached to a part or container serves as the authority to withdraw that item from a feeding operation. As downstream processes consume parts, the card or empty container is used to trigger replenishment from the previous operation, which creates a true pull system with minimal inventory and work-in-progress. This signaling ensures parts are moved and produced only as needed to meet demand. Other terms refer to costs or scheduling concepts rather than a signaling method for withdrawal.