Lean Kanban NA - Evolving Product Management
What is the role of product management in the new world of product development? Is it primarily a technical function? Or is it more about business? Today’s methods favor light processes, face-to-face interaction, and brief artifacts. However, executive management seems to miss the rich detail from the “old school” documents: GANTT charts, market requirements documents, and business plans. The product management track will explore roles and responsibilities, the importance of systems thinking, project prioritization, and the business process of software delivery.
From Fragile to Agile: The Four Roles of Product Management - Steve Johnson
Now that we've optimized development, it's time to get the rest of the company on board. While agile methods have benefitted product development, few have managed their impact on product management. We'll look beyond the product team to the entire process from idea to creation to delivery to customers.