Unlike frameworks with fixed timeboxes, Kanban creates a steady flow of work moving through clear stages. The main tool is the Kanban board, which shows tasks as they move from "To Do" to "Done" with columns for each step in the process. The key principles of Kanban include:

• Making work visible
• Limiting work in progress (WIP)
• Keeping work flowing smoothly
• Setting clear process rules
• Using feedback to improve

By putting a cap on how many items can be in any stage at once, Kanban prevents bottlenecks and helps teams spot problems quickly. This approach keeps a steady pace while allowing teams to change priorities when needed. Kanban works well for teams handling support tasks, maintenance work, or situations where priorities often change. Without sprints, teams can take on new high-priority items right away rather than waiting for the next planning cycle. This flexibility makes Kanban great for situations where quick responses matter.

For product managers, Kanban shows clearly where work stands and what might be holding things up. The visual board makes it easy to share status with stakeholders, while the WIP limits keep teams focused and productive instead of spreading too thin across many tasks.^[1]