Common Practice
Kanban
Common Practice
Framework
Kanban is a visual workflow method focused on continuous delivery and limiting work in progress.
Plain English explanation
kanban is a way of managing work by visualizing tasks and limiting how much work is done at the same time.
Why it matters
It helps teams avoid overload and improve flow of work.
How it works
Work is represented on a board with columns (e.g., To Do, In Progress, Done), and teams limit work in progress.
Example
A team limits active tasks to 3 per person to stay focused.
Common myths
Kanban is not Scrum, but it can complement Scrum practices.
Key points
- Visual workflow
- Limits work in progress
- Focuses on flow
- Supports continuous delivery
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Learning note
This is a common Agile/Scrum-related term or practice included to help learners understand language often used around Scrum.