Kanban Charts Part III: Distribution Chart
With the task distribution chart you can track the number of tasks on your Kanban board, how much time has been spent on different types of work, how your work is distributed by person and many more.
Case Study: Kanbanizing Technical Communications
Introduction BLONDÉ is a third-generation independent family business that thinks locally and acts globally in delivering liquid content services to its clients worldwide. Since its establishment as a high-end printing company in Antwerp, Belgium, in 1934 by Lode Blondé, they have evolved into a multifaceted global provider of services in the communications industry. Presently, BLONDÉ […]
Kanban Is More Than Sticky Notes on the Wall
So, what is it that makes a Kanban implementation successful? There is not a definitive answer to that question, but I will attempt to “prescribe” my own rules that have helped us so far.
Kanban Charts Part II: Cycle Time
The cycle time chart is your best friend in your endeavor to conquer the world of Kanban productivity. If you want to know more about this metric and how to read the chart, go through the entire article and share your feedback.
How to Remotely Manage Your Globally Distributed Teams
The thought of managing remote teams or operating in a remote working environment can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. If you arm yourself with the right tools, mindset, and employees, there’s absolutely nothing to worry about. Often, remote teams manage themselves due to the nature of their work. Remote employees are usually […]
How Kanban Makes Slack Great Again
Without a doubt, Slack is one of these apps that turned into a favorite tool for many companies worldwide. In the first year after its launch, the number of Slack’s daily users has surpassed 500 000 and more than 60 000 teams are using it worldwide. Why? Because Slack brings agility to many teams and […]
Main Features and Characteristics of Successful Kanban Teams
When managing a project, what areas do you need help in? Is it workflow optimization? Are you looking for a way to manage your risk in a lightweight style and reduce the chance of delaying the delivery of your projects? Or maybe you are just trying to improve the collaboration between your team members? If […]
Kanban Charts Part I: Cumulative Flow Diagram
Cumulative flow is one of the most powerful tools available in the lean world, and it is a pity that many people fail to read this graph correctly. If you feel you need more understanding about this Kanban chart, please go through the article and check our simple explanation.
Kanban in IT Operations: 5 Real-Life Examples
There is no doubt that Kanban is among the most famous methods for software development these days. However, people often forget that the method was initially tested and applied successfully in IT departments. Back in 2004, an IT team in Microsoft managed by Dragos Dumitriu was struggling to improve his team’s efficiency and to optimize […]
Project Portfolio Management Strategy Guide for CIOs
In today’s business world, integration is key. With local and global competition stronger than ever, and the business world changing at an increasing pace, it is necessary to implement a strategy that integrates all aspects of your business. This ensures any changes to your strategy and focus take into account each and every function under […]