Product Managers are primarily responsible for creating Product Roadmaps.

To assist in the creation of the Roadmap, a Product Owner must:

• Beginner
  • Provide User Feedback
    • Share basic insights from user interactions to inform the roadmap.
    • Help establish a simple feedback loop for gathering customer feedback.
  • Assist in Prioritization
    • Provide input on prioritization based on user needs and pain points.
  • Align Backlog with Roadmap
    • Begin translating the roadmap into actionable tasks for the development team.
  • Intermediate
    • Provide Insights from the Development Team
      • Offer insights into the technical feasibility on feature practicality and potential challenges.
      • Share feedback from the development team on feature practicality and potential challenges.
    • Contribute to User-Centric Perspectives
      • Advocate for user needs and provide insights from direct user interactions.
    • Assist in Prioritization
      • Offer more nuanced input on prioritization based on user value and strategic goals.
    • Align Backlog with Roadmap
      • Translate the roadmap into more detailed tasks and stories for the development team, ensuring alignment.
    • Identify Risks and Dependencies
      • Help identify potential risks or dependencies that could impact the roadmap.
      • Collaborate with the Product Manager to develop risk mitigation strategies.
    • Advanced
      • Provide Insights from the Development Team
        • Provide in-dept technical insights and feasibility analysis for complex features.
      • Contribute to User-Centric Perspectives
        • Use extensive experience with user needs to advocate for features and initiatives.
      • Assist in Prioritization
        • Contribute strategic prioritization insights based on a deep understanding of user value and impact.
      • Align Backlog with Roadmap
        • Translate the roadmap into sophisticated, actionable backlogs that align with the product vision.
      • Identify Risks and Dependencies
        • Proactively identify and manage complex risks and dependencies.
      • Monitor Progress and Suggest Adjustments
        • Continuously monitor the progress of initiatives and provide feedback to the Product Manager.
        • Offer informed suggestions for adjustments to the roadmap based on ongoing progress.
      • Support Communication and Collaboration
        • Work closely with various teams to ensure smooth execution of the roadmap.
        • Provide insights from stakeholder interactions and relay their feedback to the Product Manager.

To create a Roadmap, a Product Manager must:

• Beginner
  • Define the Vision & Goals
    • Clearly understand and articulate the product vision and the strategic goals that you want to achieve.
    • Ensure the roadmap aligns with the broader company objectives and mission.
  • Conduct Market Research
    • Analyze market trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape.
    • Gather insights from customers, users, and other stakeholders.
    • Identify market opportunities and potential areas for growth.
  • Identify Key Initiatives
    • Determine key features and initiatives based on their potential value and alignment with the product vision. Use a prioritization framework to rank features and initiatives.
  • Intermediate
    • Create the Roadmap Structure
      • Outline the roadmap with phases and timelines for when features and initiatives will be delivered.
      • Organize the roadmap into themes or focus areas that align with strategic goals.
    • Coordinate with Cross-Functional Teams
      • Gather input and feedback from stakeholders such as design, engineering, marketing, and sales.
      • Ensure the roadmap aligns with the capabilities and needs of different teams.
    • Communicate the Roadmap
      • Create a clear visual representation of the roadmap for easy understanding and sharing.
      • Present the roadmap to stakeholders and gather their feedback.
    • Monitor and Adapt
      • Conduct regular reviews of the roadmap to track progress and identify any necessary adjustments.
      • Adapt the roadmap as needed based on new information, changing priorities, or unexpected challenges.
    • Collaborate with the Development Team
      • Continuously gather feedback from user and stakeholders to refine the roadmap.
      • Use insights from feedback and data to iterate and improve the roadmap over time.
    • Advanced
      • Track Progress and Measure Success
        • Track the progress of initiatives and features against the roadmap.
        • Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the roadmap and individual features.
      • Iterate and Improve
        • Continuously learn from user feedback, market trends, and performance data.
        • Use insights to refine the roadmap and ensure it stays aligned with the product's strategic goals.