Kanban Board
The word "Kanban" is Japanese and translates to "visual signal" or "card."
What is Kanban?
- A Kanban board is a visual management tool used to represent and manage the workflow of tasks or work items within a project or process.
- Each task is represented by a card, containing information about the task. The board allows team members to visualize the flow of work, track progress, identify bottlenecks, and maintain a steady pace of work.
- Kanban boards promote transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement by providing a clear overview of the work in progress and facilitating efficient task management.
Access Kanban Board
- Open your YouDesign Board in Editor mode
- In the Left Sidebar open the Diagramming view
- By clicking "Visualizations" the drop-down menu will expand offering you the selection of Visualizations where you can find Kanban Board
- Drag-and-drop or click-and-place Kanban Board Visualization on canvas
Kanban components
Feature | Description |
|---|---|
Kanban Board Name | Double-click to change Kanban Board Name |
Lane | Horizontal sections on the board that represent different stages of the workflow. Each lane / column typically corresponds to a specific step in the process, such as "Idea", "Plan", "In Progress", "Done" etc. |
Toggle Lane View | Click to toggle between condensed and expanded Lane View. |
Card | A visual representation of a work item. You can use any Diagramming Shape or Data Hub element as a card within Kanban Board. |
Lane Name (#Number of Cards in Lane) | Double-click to change Lane name. |
Note: At the moment, adding more lanes and cards is only feasible through copying/duplicating existing ones. The integration of lanes and cards as standalone elements will be implemented at a later stage.
Kanban Board Toolbar
Click on Kanban Board to open the following Toolbar:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Add Lane | Click to add one lane on the most right position of your Kanban Board |
| Lock | Locking an item is a safeguarding measure. It ensures that once an item is specifically positioned or edited, it won't be accidentally deleted, moved, or edited. |
| Export PNG | Click to download PNG image of your Kanban Board in current state. |
| Reset | Resets Kanban Board to the beginning state, same as when it was created. |
Tips for Effective Use
- Prioritize Tasks: Ensure that tasks are prioritized effectively to focus on delivering the most valuable work first.
- Regularly Review and Improve: Hold regular meetings or checkpoints to review the Kanban board with the team. Identify bottlenecks, blockers, and areas for improvement, and collaboratively brainstorm solutions to address them.
- Encourage Collaboration and Communication: Kanban promotes transparency and collaboration among team members. Encourage open communication and collaboration to ensure that everyone is aligned on goals, priorities, and progress.
- Respond to Changes Quickly: Kanban is flexible and allows for changes to be made easily. Be prepared to adapt the board and workflow as needed to respond to changing priorities, new requirements, or unexpected challenges.
- Provide Training and Support: Ensure that team members understand how to use the Kanban system effectively. Provide training, guidance, and support as needed to help team members adopt best practices and maximize the benefits of Kanban.
Updated 3 months ago