Kan-Ban is an inventory management system designed to help businesses streamline their operations. The name derives from two Japanese words, ‘kan’ meaning ‘visual’ and ‘ban’ meaning ‘card’ or ‘signboard.’ Essentially, Kan-Ban systems are all about visualization. Workflow stages are mapped out with special cards, which act as visual indicators on the progress of individual projects. This helps to make sure that production flows more smoothly by avoiding delays in material supply, decrease overproduction, and accelerate time-to-market. With Kan-Ban, any business can become more agile, efficient, and responsive to its customers’ needs.