Scrum is currently the most popular agile approach being used in organizations. However, not all situations are an ideal fit for Scrum. Before you make a decision on how to proceed, it is important to understand the similarities and differences between Kanban and Scrum. Both Kanban and Scrum are agile approaches. They share many project elements; however, the way each uses the element can differ.
In general, Kanban elements provide a more flexible approach. In the infographic below, we’ve noted the key concepts of Kanban and Scrum to help you determine which is right for you. Additionally, we’ve included a reference to the Agile Value that relates to each element. It is important not to lose sight of the overall agile mindset and philosophy.
If it looks like Kanban might be the right fit for your team, we can help you get started with our Beginner’s Guide to Using Kanban. We also provide more detailed insight into the key Kanban principle of limiting “Work in Progress” (WIP) in our article Keep Calm and Limit WIP.