29.10.2025

How a Kanban Board Accelerates Projects in Redmine: From issue Chaos to Transparent Flow

Kanban in Redmine: More Than Just a Plugin

Instant visualization and transparency.

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Imagine this: instead of a list of 50 issues in various statuses, you see colorful cards moving across columns. Managers see overall workload, developers see their issue queue, and testers see what awaits their review. Transparency eliminates uncertainty and cuts time spent in meetings and reporting. Result: 30–40% reduction in communication and information search time.

Reduced bureaucracy and simplified planning.

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Kanban doesn’t just encourage—it actively drives evolutionary change. You don’t need to plan every detail of a project a year in advance. Just add issues to the backlog and “pull” them into work as the team becomes available. Perfect for projects with changing requirements. Result: Flexibility and the ability to respond quickly to changes without lengthy approvals.

Real-time bottleneck detection.

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If the “In Review” column starts overflowing while “In Progress” sits empty—it’s a signal: testing is delayed. The issue becomes visible immediately, not only when deadlines are already missed. The team can react instantly: help the tester, redistribute resources, or improve the process. Result: Less idle time and elimination of bottlenecks that slow down the entire project.

Focus on finishing, not starting.

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WIP (Work In Progress) limits in Kanban are a core acceleration principle. The system won’t let a developer take on 5 new issues until previous ones are closed. This motivates the team to truly finish work—not just stay “busy.” Result: Faster issue completion and more predictable stage delivery timelines.

Improved team collaboration.

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The Kanban board in Redmine becomes the single source of truth for the entire team. Discussions happen at the board (or in issue comments), and decisions are visibly recorded. “I thought you were doing it” conversations disappear. Result: Smoother teamwork and fewer errors caused by miscommunication.

Practical Steps to Implement Kanban in Redmine

1. Choose and install the plugin (e.g., developed by us).

2. Configure your board: Define key issue statuses that reflect your workflow.

3. Set WIP limits: Start with 2–3 issues per person in the “In Progress” column.

4. Train your team: Explain the “pull” principle and the importance of visualization.

5. Hold regular operational meetings at the board (daily stand-ups) for synchronization.

Conclusion

A Kanban board is not just “another plugin” in Redmine—it’s a management philosophy focused on continuous improvement and speed. By turning your projects into a transparent and controllable flow, you gain not just a time-tracking tool, but a powerful engine for accelerating development. Try implementing Kanban in your Redmine, and you’ll be surprised how quickly your issues reach the coveted “Done” status.

Ready to improve your workflow? Our specialists can help you configure and deploy a Kanban board in your Redmine instance. Contact us for a free consultation!

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