Kanban Management Professional

Kanban Management Professional Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Kanban

• Understanding the principles and core practices of the Kanban method
• Kanban vs. other Agile methodologies: Scrum, Lean, and Scrumban
• Kanban board design and visualization techniques
• Introduction to the Kanban Management Professional (KMP) curriculum

Module 2: Advanced Kanban Systems

• Creating and tailoring Kanban systems for different types of work
• Designing pull systems and setting WIP (Work in Progress) limits
• Implementing classes of service to prioritize work items
• Understanding the impact of variability and bottlenecks on flow

Module 3: Metrics and Performance Management

• Key Kanban metrics and how to interpret them
• Using flow metrics to optimize workflow and identify areas for improvement
• Applying Cumulative Flow Diagrams (CFD) and Lead Time Distribution Charts
• Analyzing data to make data-driven decisions and improve predictability

Module 4: Scaling Kanban and Portfolio Management

• Scaling Kanban practices for large and complex projects
• Portfolio Kanban and managing multiple initiatives concurrently
• Coordination and alignment across teams and organizational levels
• Integrating Kanban with enterprise Agile frameworks

Module 5: Advanced Risk Management and Cost of Delay

• Identifying and managing risks within the Kanban system
• Applying the Cost of Delay concept to prioritize work items effectively
• Strategies for handling unplanned work and urgent requests
• Optimizing the flow of value delivery in the face of uncertainty

Module 6: Kanban Coaching and Leadership

• The role of a Kanban Management Professional as a coach and facilitator
• Coaching teams and stakeholders in adopting Kanban principles
• Developing leadership skills to support continuous improvement
• Nurturing a culture of collaboration and experimentation