Kamishibai boards are gaining popularity beyond manufacturing. They are now used in hospitals to monitor patient safety, in offices to manage projects, and even in schools to teach visual organization. Digital Kamishibai systems are emerging as well, integrating the traditional board with online dashboards. These tools allow for remote monitoring and real-time updates, especially valuable in global organizations.

Kanban is more than just a visual board; it is a holistic system for managing work, optimizing flow, and delivering value efficiently. By understanding the terminology and principles outlined in this glossary, teams and organizations can adopt Kanban effectively, identify bottlenecks, improve predictability, and foster a culture of continuous improvement