How do I make sure that product vision is right?

Check list for vision creation

Customer-Centric Approach

⬜ Have you conducted thorough research to understand customer needs and wants?

⬜ Does your vision address genuine concerns and evolving needs across various aspects of life?

⬜ Have you minimized risks by basing the vision on data and customer feedback?

Growth Mindset and Continuous Learning

⬜ Does your vision encourage continuous improvement and adaptation?

⬜ Is your vision committed to ongoing learning and adapting to new trends and user preferences?

Team Connection and Inclusivity

⬜ Was the vision developed with input from a diverse team of stakeholders?

⬜ Does the vision use inclusive language that resonates with everyone in the organization?

Effective Communication

⬜ Is the vision clearly articulated and easy to understand?

⬜ Does the vision inspire and motivate the team?

Alignment with Company Vision

⬜ Does your product vision support the broader company goal?

⬜ Is there a clear connection between the product vision and the company's long-term objectives?

Resilience and Long-Term Thinking

⬜ Is your vision designed to withstand cultural, political, and technological changes?

⬜ Does the vision encourage long-term strategic thinking and planning?

Differentiation and Innovation

⬜ Does your vision clearly differentiate your product from competitors?

⬜ Is there a focus on innovation and staying ahead of industry trends?

Measurement and Accountability

⬜ Have you established clear, measurable goals within the vision?

⬜ Is there a framework in place to regularly assess progress and maintain accountability?

Testing Your Product Vision

Resilience Test

⬜ Can your vision adapt to changes in regulations and technological advancements?

Inclusivity Test

⬜ Have you gathered feedback from diverse departments to ensure the vision resonates with everyone?

Service Orientation Test

⬜ Does the primary benefit of the vision align with customer needs?

Customer Feedback

⬜ Have you conducted surveys and user testing sessions to validate the vision?

Internal Alignment

⬜ Have you held workshops and alignment meetings with key stakeholders?

Competitive Analysis

⬜ Have you compared your vision with those of competitors to identify unique selling points?

Feasibility and Constraints

⬜ Have you assessed the feasibility of achieving the vision within existing constraints?

Measurement Framework

⬜ Have you defined clear metrics to track progress and ensure alignment with the vision?

By following this checklist, you can ensure that your product vision is well-founded, inspiring, and aligned with both customer needs and company goals.