{"id":19297,"date":"2025-07-07T14:58:01","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T12:58:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scrumacademy.nl\/blog\/scrum-en-kanban-wat-zijn-de-verschillen\/"},"modified":"2025-07-07T14:58:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T12:58:03","slug":"scrum-en-kanban-wat-zijn-de-verschillen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scrumacademy.nl\/en\/blog\/scrum-en-kanban-wat-zijn-de-verschillen\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the difference between Scrum and Kanban?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Scrum is a framework for Agile project management, while Kanban is a method for organizing workflows. Scrum uses sprints to divide work into batches, while Kanban maintains a continuous flow of work. Both methods aim to make work faster and more flexible, but Scrum is more focused on planning and executing strategic work, while Kanban is more focused on making unpredictable work orderly. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Briefly…<\/h2>\n\n

What is Scrum? <\/strong>Scrum is a framework of roles, tools and meetings. It is a natural approach that allows you to add value quickly and agile. Read a comprehensive blog on what Scrum is here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n

What is Kanban?<\/strong> Kanban is a working method to improve processes by making them clear. Thanks to the overview, you can always ensure that the work does not remain stuck but flows through to the maximum. Read a complete article on what Kanban is here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n

\"Kanban<\/a><\/figure>\n\n

The main differences between Kanban and Scrum<\/h2>\n\n

The main difference between these Agile methods is that Scrumming involves more deliberation and is more long-term oriented, while the Kanban system is a bit more low-key and focuses on today. Both methods have great potential to increase productivity to achieve optimal results. But, of course, there are more differences: <\/p>\n\n

  • The Scrum method works according to fixed iterations<\/strong>, while Kanban is a continuous process. Thus, with Kanban, it is possible at any time to place new tasks on the Kanban board; <\/li>
  • Scrum resets the board<\/strong> after each sprint, while the Kanban board is used continuously;<\/li>
  • Scrumming works with fixed meetings and a division of roles<\/strong>, while Kanban gives more freedom to choose which meetings a team member does or does not need;<\/li>
  • The Scrum way of working is suitable for<\/strong> projects<\/strong>, while the Kanban system is actually used to create a flow in the work process.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n

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