Kanban Sizing
Calculate the exact number of Kanban cards needed to prevent stockouts.
Required Kanban Cards (Bins)
The Math
Kanban calculation ensures you have enough inventory to cover the lead time to replenish, plus a buffer.
Demand during Lead Time = Daily Demand × Lead Time Days
Safety Stock = Demand during Lead Time × (Safety Factor % / 100)
Cards = (Demand during Lead Time + Safety Stock) / Qty per Container (Rounded Up)
Safety Stock = Demand during Lead Time × (Safety Factor % / 100)
Cards = (Demand during Lead Time + Safety Stock) / Qty per Container (Rounded Up)