Point-of-Use Fastener Inventory
Point-of-use inventory places fasteners at the workstation or line instead of a central stockroom, cutting walking and search time.
Point of use at a glance
| Where | At the line or cell |
|---|---|
| Replenishment | Kanban, scan or VMI route |
| Benefit | Less travel, fewer line stops |
| Watch | Duplicate stock across many locations |
Governing standards: Lean practice. Editions shown are the latest confirmed as of September 2026. The drawing and the governing standard always take precedence over this sheet.
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Point-of-use fastener inventory
What it is
AT A GLANCE
Point-of-use inventory places fasteners at the workstation or line instead of a central stockroom,
cutting walking and search time.
KANBAN
Put parts where they are used
Point of use at a glance
Where
At the line or cell
Replenishment
Kanban, scan or VMI route
Benefit
Less travel, fewer line stops
Watch
Duplicate stock across many locations
Governing standards: Lean practice. Editions shown are the latest confirmed as of September 2026. The drawing and the governing standard always take precedence over this
sheet.
torquing any fastener. Verify the current governing standard, project documents, OEM requirements, size, thread, coating and lot certification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Fastener App disclaims liability
arising from reliance on this reference.
Fastener Guide reference FG-04D516 · thefastenerapp.com/fastener-guide/inventory-vmi/point-of-use-fastener-inventory · © The Fastener App. Reference only — verify the current governing standard, drawing and manufacturer data before specifying or installing.
