This course provides an introduction to improved material management techniques including kanban, supermarkets and point of use systems. Topics include;

- Improving flow
- Just in time (JIT)
- Touch once principle
- Single piece flow
- Batching
- Moving from “push” to “pull”
- Material replenishment
- Guiding principles
- Kanban systems
- Supermarkets

Estimated effort: 1 1/2 hours (including exercises, if applicable)

COURSE MATERIALS: Included in your course materials is a "workbook" that offers a 3-slide per page booklet that you can download and/or print for note taking. Additional templates and other required resources are also included your course files.

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE: You can assess your understanding of the topics presented in this course by completing the test at the end of the course.