When organizations think about Agile, Scrum is often the first framework that comes to mind. It offers structure, ceremonies, and a clear approach to iterative delivery. However, Scrum’s time-boxed approach often creates bottlenecks, overburdens teams, and leads to uneven workflows —especially in fast-paced, high-demand environments. This is where Kanban shines . Unlike Scrum, which focuses on iterations and sprint commitments , Kanban introduces Work In Progress (WIP) limits , a powerful mechanism that enables teams to maintain a steady, continuous flow of work without overloading themselves. If you’ve ever struggled with work piling up, bottlenecks forming, or teams feeling overwhelmed by too many tasks at once, Kanban’s WIP limits might be the solution you need . Let’s explore why. Understanding WIP Limits in Kanban Kanban is built around visualizing work and limiting the amount of work in progress to optimize flow. WIP limits (Work In Progress limits) are constraints on th...