How to Better Manage Dependencies with Kanban
Dependencies are common in knowledge work like software development. While Agile teams strive to be self-sufficient and fully cross-functional, external and internal dependencies will still pop up. When dependencies are not properly managed and planned, it often results in delays and rework. In Project Management Institute (2021). Beyond Agility:
Managing Changes with Kanban Change Management Principles
All organizations inevitably go through an organizational change at some point. It’s natural for growth and expansion. And in today’s fast-paced and highly competitive world, organizations that can’t handle change will find it difficult to thrive in their industries. A change management process is important to facilitate and govern
How to Write Acceptance Criteria for Kanban User Stories
The success of any product depends on meeting customer needs and requirements. It is important for any business to clearly understand and know what their customers want and need. In our Kanban user stories blog, we discussed how creating clear user stories helps development teams understand customer needs and
The Toyota 3M Model: Identifying Wastes in Your Processes
The Toyota 3M model is an age-old concept that remains relevant to this day. Many manufacturing concepts and strategies are influenced by the Toyota 3M Model. It has helped reframe the mindset of business leaders on how they manage and eliminate wastes in their processes. Companies often look at
What is a User Story and its Importance in Kanban
Many teams are using Kanban so they can visualize their tasks and manage their workflow better. They plan their work through Kanban cards on a board. These Kanban cards indicate the details of the task and the expectations that must be met to complete it. While there is no
6 Tips on Planning Effective Stand-up Meetings
One of the main ceremonies of Scrum is the Daily Stand-up Meeting or Daily Scrum. Daily stand-up meetings originated in software development but it’s no surprise if you’ll hear your sales, marketing, operations, or support teams having them. Because of its benefits, daily stand-up meetings have been happening outside
