Kanban Backlog Refining: When & How to Do it
Article was last updated in November 2022. Managing a product backlog can be one of the most challenging responsibilities that a Product Owner (PO) can have. We know that POs need to keep their backlogs refined. But it’s easier said than done. My PO journey started out miserably because
Getting Started with Kanban: Frequently Asked Questions Part 2
We’ve covered the basics of getting started with Kanban in Part 1 of the Frequently Asked Questions about Kanban 3-part series. Now, let’s dive in a bit more. Some of you might be in the process of transitioning to Kanban from a different project management methodology. Others may have
Link Kanban Cards to Track Dependencies and Relationships
When it comes to tracking work, we created a simple way to link cards in all 4 directions (up, down, left, right). As shown in the image below, the card in the middle is linked using all 4 link types. In project management terms, we offer the
10 Tips for Working from Home Effectively
I’ve worked remotely on-again, off-again for around 5 years now. I was taken with the idea of having the freedom to work whenever [and wherever] I want. I could be my own boss. I could work in my PJ’s, stretched on the couch. Or work from a nice café.
Is Trello a Kanban Tool?
When searching Kanban tools or alternative, you must have come across Trello. Trello, in its core, is a visual collaboration tool that utilizes the concept of boards. It’s a simple and effective tool to manage and organize tasks. Trello is aimed at teams as a tool for organizing tasks
Who Made that Decision? End Employee Blame Games with Lean Decision-Making
Every employee in an organization is met with decisions, not just those in management or leadership positions. If decisions have to go through a hierarchy of approval, you can just imagine how long it would take to resolve problems. What if there’s little to no time to waste? What
