Explain Little's Law and its application in Kanban
Tests your grasp of flow metrics. A good answer defines the formula (Lead Time = WIP / Throughput), explains the trade-offs, and gives a practical example. A red flag is ignoring the prerequisite of a stable system, which makes the formula's output…
This tests your grasp of the mathematical relationship between Kanban's core flow metrics. A great answer defines the formula (Lead Time = WIP / Throughput), explains the trade-offs (e.g., increasing WIP without increasing throughput raises lead time), and shows how to use it to set WIP limits for predictable delivery. A common mistake is applying the formula without acknowledging its core assumption: the system must be stable. Unstable systems with chaotic arrivals and completions will yield meaningless results.
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