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A Guide to Responsibilities
Questions about… | Who? | Why? | |
|---|---|---|---|
The product roadmap and vision | The PM | The PM is your go-to person for strategic insight. | |
Day-to-day development and backlog prioritization | The PO | You are the champion of these details. | |
Specific user stories or backlog items | The PO | The PO is your expert on the day-to-day details of product development. | |
Technical feasibility of proposed features | Engineering | While the PM might have a high-level understanding, the engineering team can give the most accurate assessment of technical challenges and solutions. | |
Long-term product strategy and future roadmap | The PM | The PM, in collaboration with stakeholders, is responsible for charting the future course of the product. | |
Marketing and customer acquisition initiatives | Marketing & Sales | While the PO may contribute with user insights, marketing and sales teams typically spearhead these efforts. |
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