Kanban is a visual management method that helps teams manage work as it flows through a process. This guide will walk you through the steps to implement Kanban in your team.

Key Concepts

  • Kanban Board: A visual representation of your workflow.
  • Columns: Represent different stages of your workflow.
  • Cards: Represent individual tasks or work items.
  • WIP (Work in Progress): The maximum number of tasks that can be in progress at any one time.

Getting Started

  1. Identify Workflow: Map out your current workflow to understand the steps and stages involved.
  2. Create Kanban Board: Use a physical board or a digital tool like Trello or Jira to create your Kanban board.
  3. Define Columns: Identify the stages of your workflow and create columns for each stage.
  4. Create Cards: Write down tasks or work items on cards and place them in the appropriate column.
  5. Set WIP Limits: Determine the maximum number of tasks that can be in progress at any one time.

Best Practices

  • Visualize Work: Use a Kanban board to make work visible and transparent.
  • Limit Work in Progress: Reduce multitasking and improve focus by limiting the number of tasks in progress.
  • Regular Reviews: Hold regular reviews to analyze the workflow and identify areas for improvement.
  • Continuous Improvement: Use Kanban as a tool for continuous improvement and adaptation.

Learn More

For more detailed information and resources on Kanban, check out our Kanban Resources.

Kanban Board Example