Kanban is a Japanese word you might have heard referred to kanban boards: easy-to-read tables where various cards representing work items are distributed in different columns, depending on their completion state. Ever used Trello? :)

Despite how easy it is to use a kanban board, I've been discussing the concepts behind the Kanban method multiple times with friends and colleagues. Mostly everyone likes kanban boards, but almost no one deepens into understanding how to leverage the Kanban method (just "Kanban", from now on).

How do you know if reading further is for you?

If you meet one of the following conditions, a better comprehension of the Kanban method can help alleviate the issue:

late deliveries

inaccurate estimates

overloaded team

unclear priorities - everything is a top priority

direct requests to team members

unclear who is working on individual work items

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