Building Great Product Roadmaps, The Missing Link - Craig Smith

Wondering why your product roadmap isn't driving the results you expect? Join Craig Smith as he explores the critical elements of building outcome-oriented roadmaps that bridge vision and execution. Discover how to eliminate communication bottlenecks between stakeholders and teams, and simplify your planning process to enhance team focus and productivity.

Key Takeaways:

• A good product roadmap is outcome-oriented, guiding teams toward achieving strategic goals.
• Effective roadmaps serve as a critical link between vision, backlog, stakeholders, and the team, facilitating clear communication.
• Emphasizing simplicity and the breakdown of work is essential for communicating plans and dependencies efficiently.

Recommended Resources:

• "Product Roadmaps Relaunched" by Lombardo et al. A comprehensive guide to developing flexible, outcome-focused product roadmaps.
• "Strategize" by Roman Pichler. Insights into creating strategic product roadmaps and visionary planning.
• "The GO Product Roadmap" by Roman Pichler. A blueprint for crafting agile, goal-oriented product roadmaps.

Parting Word of Advice: "Have a Vision. Keep it simple. And break down the big things into smaller things, so we can focus and get things done!"

About Craig Smith: Craig Smith, Agile Delivery Coach and Global Agility Lead at SoftEd, excels in making complex concepts accessible through engaging workshops. Known for his patient coaching and collaborative problem-solving, Craig has earned acclaim for his practical, effective solutions. An invaluable asset to any team, he's also the co-host of the Agile Revolution Podcast. Connect with Craig Smith on LinkedIn.