Category Archives for Kanban

When to use Kanban vs Scrum

when to use kanban vs scrum

If Scrum is the most widely used Agile methodology, Kanban is probably in second place. It’s old, it’s elegant, it’s simple and it works. This article will explain when to use Kanban vs Scrum. And explain the similarities and differences between Scrum and Kanban. It really depends on what type of work you are doing. […]

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Cycle time and lead time

What are cycle time and lead time? Cycle time and Lead time are important concepts from Kanban and Lean Manufacturing. People often use them as metrics in Agile Software Development, however. And they can provide important insights into how your teams are operating. Cycle and Lead Time are measurements that describe how work is flowing into […]

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Misconceptions about Kanban

There is an enormous amount of confusion and misinformation about Kanban. This article will clear up some of the major misconceptions that surround this topic. Let’s go through them one by one. You have to choose between Kanban and Scrum The most common misconception I’ve found is that people think you have to choose between […]

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