# Kitting in Just-in-Time (JIT) Systems

*Last updated: 2026-09-06*

> In a Just-in-Time environment, kitting means pre-assembling the exact components required for a specific production order, timed directly to the assembly schedule rather than held in buffer stock.

In a Just-in-Time environment, kitting means pre-assembling the exact components required for a specific production order, timed directly to the assembly schedule rather than held in buffer stock. Suppliers or logistics providers deliver small, precisely timed batches multiple times a day, each kit matched to an imminent assembly cycle. The model is a cornerstone of automotive and tier-supplier logistics, where predictable material flow and minimal inventory are critical.

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| Term | Kitting in Just-in-Time (JIT) Systems |
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| Last updated | 2026-09-06 |
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