Lean Value Stream Mapping FIFO Icon

The lean VSM FIFO icon is used to indicate a “first in, first out” flow of material between workstations.​ A FIFO lane is an inventory where the parts leave in the same sequence as they arrive. There is a limit to the maximum inventory. If the FIFO lane is full, the receding process stops.

Use this in your VSM if it is necessary to have some stock between the two processes to avoid line stops. It is basically intended to synchronize two processes that are not physically connected.

The Lean Value Stream Mapping FIFO icon is part of a range of magnetic accessories to help you to create a working visual of your VSM initiative. You can purchase a complete kit.

Each VSM FIFO icon is 2" x 2".

The Value Stream Mapping magnetic First-In-First-Out icon is printed on flexible thick vehicle grade quality 0.5 mm magnetic sheets with a high quality PVC finish.