Function of kanban Communicates production and transportation information. Communicates production information.It tells what to produce and how many are required.Kanban must be produced in the order received. Provides pick-up and/or transportation information,which includes“where from”and“where to'locations.It can also, in some cases,indicate schedule times for pick-up. Prevents overproduction and excessive transportation by restricting in-bound raw material.• Communicates production and transportation information. • Communicates production information. It tells what to produce and how many are required. Kanban must be produced in the order received. • Provides pick-up and/or transportation information, which includes “where from” and “where to” locations. It can also, in some cases, indicate schedule times for pick-up. • Prevents overproduction and excessive transportation by restricting in-bound raw material. Function of Kanban