Kanban Board: 8 columns with task cards example

Slide Content

This PowerPoint slide titled "Kanban Board: 8 columns with task cards example" illustrates a sample Kanban board workflow spanning eight stages: Backlog, To Do, Development Ongoing, Development Done, Testing Ongoing, Testing Done, Deployment, and Done. Each column holds "task cards" representing work items at various stages, with color-coded labels, priority markers, and progress indicators. These task cards help visualize work progress and identify bottlenecks in the workflow.

Graphical Look

• The title of the slide is presented in a bold and large font at the top.
• Each of the eight columns is represented as labeled vertical sections.
• Task cards are depicted as stylized colored rectangles with drop shadows, representing tasks in different stages.
• The cards include single capital letters, presumably as task identifiers, and some have smaller labels with additional letters or symbols.
• Colored circles with numbers inside them are positioned on some columns, indicating the number of tasks in that stage.
• Two question mark icons are present next to the "Testing" column labels, possibly alluding to uncertainties or FAQs about this stage.
• A paper plane and checkmark icon are placed next to the "Deployment" and "Done" column labels, respectively, suggesting actions or statuses.
• A horizontal line connects the columns, serving as a separating line or flow guide.
• A large, light blue arrow spans from left to right at the bottom, probably symbolizing overall workflow or cycle time.
• The visual elements like icons and color coding are modern and flat design style, with a pleasant color scheme.

The slide is visually appealing and structured, using consistent visual cues and icons to enhance comprehensibility. Its color-coded task cards and distinct column labels present a clear and engaging way to represent workflow status and progression.

Use Cases

• To present the status of work items in a team or project update meeting.
• • To illustrate the workflow process and cycle times during a process improvement workshop.
• Utilized for training purposes to explain the Kanban method in project management or agile development courses.
• As a template for teams to adapt and use for their digital or physical Kanban boards during sprint planning sessions.