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3 Bin System in the context of Kanban

3 Bin System in Kanban

The 3 Bin System in Kanban is a method used to manage inventory levels and control the flow of work in a visual manner. This system helps in identifying, controlling, and reducing waste in the production process by dividing work items into three categories or bins.

The Three Bins:

1. First Bin (Active):

   • Contains work items that are actively being worked on by the team.
   • Limiting the number of items in this bin helps in maintaining focus and completing work in progress.

2. Second Bin (Backlog):

   • Holds items that are ready to be worked on once space becomes available in the active bin.
   • Items in this bin should be prioritized based on their importance and urgency.

3. Third Bin (Archived):

   • Consists of completed work items or items that are no longer relevant.
   • Used for reference, analysis, and future improvements.

Benefits of the 3 Bin System:

• Visual Management: Provides a clear overview of work in progress and priorities.
• Waste Reduction: Helps in identifying bottlenecks, reducing delays, and improving efficiency.
• Improved Flow: Ensures a steady flow of work and better coordination within the team.

Resources:

1. Kanbanize: Introduction to the 3 bin system in Kanban
2. Leankit: The 3-bin system explained
3. Medium: Implementing a 3-bin system using Kanban

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