Abstract:

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, where rapid product launches and outperforming competitors are imperative for gaining a larger market share, product teams face the challenge of accelerating the development process while meeting business requirements and minimizing technical debt.
The average product team's backlog often resembles a complex maze of tickets, with a significant portion never making it to sprint planning.
This talk delves into the reality of this situation and explores effective strategies for managing staggered product releases. By examining real-world challenges and practical solutions, the presentation aims to empower product teams to optimize their processes, enhance user experiences, and stay ahead in the competitive market.

Description:

This talk offers valuable insights into managing staggered product releases, a common scenario faced by product teams in today’s competitive business environment. It addresses the challenges posed by extensive backlogs and explores strategies to prioritize, plan, and execute product releases effectively.

The presentation will cover real-life case studies, best practices, and actionable tips for product managers, developers, and anyone interested in the tech/product space. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to streamline their development process, deliver superior user experiences, and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Outline:

Overview of the challenges faced by product teams
Understanding the Backlog
Prioritization
What is a Staggered Release
Staggered Release Strategies
Technical Debt
Optimizing User Experiences
Real-life Case Studies

Key Takeaways:

Prioritization Techniques
Staggered Release Strategies
Understanding Technical Debt
Utilising User Feedback

Notes:

- This talk is tailored for individuals at all technical levels, including newcomers in the tech/product space.
- Attendees will have access to the presentation slides during and after the talk for reference and further exploration.

Speaker Bio & Summary Folder
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