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// insight · 27 Sept 2024

To restructure or not to restructure?

Learn how to reorganize your teams for optimal value delivery, enhancing creativity, autonomy, and efficiency through a value-focused, cross-functional approach.

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// insight · 30 Aug 2024

The power of mission driven innovation

Unlock the power of a mission-driven thread to inspire teams, drive innovation, and achieve long-term success. Learn how to align vision, strategy, and goals for impactful outcomes.

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// insight · 19 July 2024

Tech and Product - Friends or Foes?

Explore the dynamic relationship between tech and product teams in achieving better outcomes and a healthy culture. Discover key strategies for fostering collaboration and success.

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// insight · 10 July 2024

How long does it take to do product strategy?

Crafting a product strategy in a week is possible! Learn how to efficiently develop a winning strategy by focusing on customer insights, market trends, competitor analysis, and revenue opportunities.

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// insight · 24 June 2024

The Uncomfortable Truth About Technical Debt

The uncomfortable truth about technical debt, tech leaders are the problem

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// insight · 12 June 2024

Reflections on 13 hours with Marty

Discover key reflections and insights from a "Transformed" product leadership workshop with Marty Cagan.

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// insight · 30 May 2024

Balancing AI Investment: How to Stay Ahead Without Overcommitting

This blog post explores the complexities of investing in AI for software product businesses. It highlights the necessity of being proactive with AI investments to stay competitive while acknowledging the rapid evolution of AI technology. The article uses Intuit's GenOS platform and Propel Ventures' brand voice agent as case studies to illustrate the importance of flexible, incremental development and strategic planning to future-proof AI investments

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// insight · 30 May 2024

Empowering Software Engineers with Generative AI: The Rise of Internal Developer Platforms

This blog post explores how leading companies, such as Intuit, are using generative AI to power internal developer platforms, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of their software engineers and data workers. It highlights Intuit's GenOS, a proprietary operating system, and discusses key components and challenges, emphasising the importance of a streamlined approach to AI integration. Propel Ventures' expertise in developing and implementing these AI systems is also showcased.

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// insight · 30 May 2024

When it comes to AI Product Design, Make Sure We Allow People to Add the Egg

This blog post discusses the importance of balancing automation with user agency in AI product design. Using the historical example of General Mills's Betty Crocker instant cake mix, it highlights how allowing users to participate meaningfully in the process can lead to greater engagement and satisfaction. The article provides key considerations for product designers to ensure users feel involved and valued in AI-enhanced products.

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