Simulation testing of the e-kanban to increase the efficiency of logistics processes

Abstract

Combining lean techniques with software and digital tools currently creates a high potential to be more efficient, faster, and better. The reason is that the Lean tools are more standardized, more transparent than others and are limited to the necessary work. The case study aimed to create a model of the current state, testing the productivity and efficiency of production and logistics flows and then design optimization options using software support. The analysis resulted in the design and testing of e-Kanban in terms of business practice to increase the efficiency of logistics processes using selected elements of modeling and simulation. The design consisted in the implementation of a selected Lean tool e-Kanban, its testing and optimal setup using the simulation software Tecnomatix Plant Simulation. The created simulation model can be used in connection with the solution of process digitization in the researched company.