Kanban uses a board divided into columns that represent stages of a workflow. Tasks are represented as cards that move through columns from 'To Do' to 'Done.' This visual representation helps teams monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and streamline processes. Common elements of a Kanban system include:
Kanban Board: The physical or digital board where tasks are visualized. Kanban Cards: Individual tasks or work items. Work-in-Progress (WIP) Limits: Constraints that limit the number of tasks in each workflow stage to prevent overloading. Swimlanes: Horizontal lanes that categorize tasks by different criteria such as priority or team.