Physical Kanban Boards
Physical Kanban Boards are tangible, visual workflow management tools used in agile and lean methodologies to track work items through various stages of a process. They typically consist of a board (e.g., whiteboard or corkboard) divided into columns representing workflow states (e.g., To Do, In Progress, Done), with cards or sticky notes representing tasks that move across the board as work progresses. This physical setup enables teams to visualize work, limit work-in-progress, and improve collaboration and transparency in real-time.
Developers should use Physical Kanban Boards when working in co-located teams or environments where face-to-face interaction is prioritized, as they foster immediate communication, reduce digital distractions, and enhance team engagement. They are particularly useful for small to medium-sized teams in agile software development, project management, or process improvement initiatives, where visualizing workflow bottlenecks and facilitating daily stand-up meetings can boost productivity and adaptability.