Maximizing Software Product Profitability
While there are many great resources for understanding and documenting a business model, few give deep insight on maximizing software product profitability.
The Power of Frameworks for Business
Why did we decide to name our company Applied Frameworks? And how can you use frameworks to spur innovation at all levels of your organization? The answers to these questions and more can be found at the edge of a swamp in Quantico, Virginia, 35 years ago...
Use Design Thinking to Avoid Shipping Products No One Buys
Shipping a product nobody buys is the ultimate failure for a Product Owner. Design Thinking employs empathy and experimentation to help you develop the right product for the right market at the right time.
Frameworks for Evolving from Business Analyst to Product Owner
Agile transformation often requires Business Analysts to become Product Owners. This essay explores the differences in the two roles and provides two frameworks you can use to make the transition.
Frameworks for Agile Release Planning
Release planning requires more than dates on a calendar. You need a strong Product Backlog as well as a shared Product Vision. In this how-to guide we provide a comprehensive review of the process and helpful frameworks to get the job done.
Large Scale Retrospectives: Make a Good Company Great
Regular, well-run retrospectives are critical to the ongoing improvement of an Agile team. In theory, scaling this process into an enterprise-wide activity sounds like a great idea. The reality of large scale retrospectives is quite different, however.
Frameworks for Effective Virtual Meetings
Running an effective virtual meeting can be challenging even for a seasoned facilitator. Here are a set of frameworks we use to ensure alignment and action.
Product Playbook: Why You Need One
Effective product ownership is harder than it looks. In this essay we explain why creating a strong product playbook is a key part of product ownership success.