Definition
A visual workflow management method that uses boards and cards to track work items through stages from start to finish.
In Depth
Kanban boards display columns (To Do, In Progress, Review, Done) with work items as cards. Key principles include visualizing workflow, limiting work in progress (WIP limits), managing flow, and continuous improvement. Unlike Scrum, Kanban has no fixed sprints.
Example Usage
Using a GitHub Projects kanban board to track glossary terms through stages: Draft → Content Written → Reviewed → Published.
Business Context
Kanban excels for ongoing work with variable priorities (support, maintenance, content creation) where fixed sprints don't make sense.
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