What is Kanban System Design?

With Kanban, we start by developing and visualizing a joint understanding of the current way of working. We look at how things are working and where there are sources of dissatisfaction. Then, improvements are identified and introduced.

The “Kanban System Design course from Kanban University(KSD)” provides the foundational background of The Kanban Method and then guides the students through the process of understanding their systems so they can design an appropriate Kanban system to meet their needs.

By understanding the core concepts of The Kanban Method, you will be able to design a Kanban system to improve visibility, communication, and collaboration within your team.

Workshop format

Four 4-Hour Online Learning Labs or 2 Days Physical Labs

Who Benefits from Our Kanban Training

If you will be directly involved in designing and managing a Kanban system, you will certainly want to take the Kanban System Design course. If you currently work with teams that have “plateaued” and aren’t improving, this course will help you to design visualizations that show where improvement opportunities exist.

This workshop will cover topics that are relevant for anyone who works in an agile environment and wants to enhance their practices, such as team leads, developers, engineering managers, change managers, agile coaches, scrum masters, and project managers.

Learn to Design Kanban Systems: Core Skills You Will Master

• Gain a clear understanding of the Kanban Method's essentials, its driving motivations, and the tangible benefits it brings to workflow management. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for a more in-depth exploration of Kanban's practical application and its impact on enhancing organizational efficiency.

• Dive into the heart of Kanban with a hands-on simulation that brings the concept of flow to life. Learn how to apply the STATIK (Systems Thinking Approach to Introducing Kanban) approach to build and design an effective Kanban system, tailored to your specific context.

• Dive into advanced Kanban concepts like 'Pull' systems, which are instrumental in reducing overburden and enhancing process efficiency. Learn how to employ key metrics such as Lead Time, Run Charts, and Cumulative Flow Diagrams, empowering you to make informed, continuous improvements. This knowledge is crucial for faster, more responsive operations with better risk management and governance

Tailored & Dynamic Learning

Our Labs are designed with flexibility in mind. Whether you're seeking training for an individual, a team, or an entire organization, our trainers can adapt the content to meet your specific requirements. This bespoke approach ensures that the workshop is relevant, impactful, and aligned with your unique challenges and goals.

The program requires minimum 16 hours of active participation and emphasizes hands-on learning to ensure practical application of concepts in real-world scenarios.

Kanban Management Professional Certification

All participants will receive a certificate of completion for the Kanban System Design course. Students completing this course and the Kanban Systems Improvement course receive the Kanban Management Professional (KMP) credential.