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Comparisons

Scrum vs Kanban

Common Practice Comparison

Scrum and Kanban are different approaches to managing work.

Plain English explanation

scrum uses fixed sprints and roles, while kanban focuses on continuous flow and limiting work in progress.

Why it matters

Understanding the difference helps teams choose the right approach.

How it works

Scrum uses time-boxed cycles, Kanban uses continuous flow without fixed iterations.

Example

Scrum delivers every Sprint, Kanban delivers continuously.

Common misunderstanding

They are not competitors — they can be combined.

Key points

  • Scrum = time-boxed
  • Kanban = flow-based
  • Different structures
  • Can be combined

Source

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