Product development

Learn how to efficiently manage every stage of product development—from start to success.

5 steps to build a next-level product roadmap in Lucidchart
Use this guide to build a product roadmap in Lucidchart. Includes instructions on how to link data, use smart containers, and add conditional formatting. Roadmap templates included!
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- Lucidchart tips
- Product development
3 best practices to revitalize your product strategy process
Use this guide to learn about product strategy and how to leverage best practices to revitalize your strategic product planning process and achieve your business goals.
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- Leadership
- Product development
What is a wireframe? Why you should start using this UX design tool
A wireframe is a simple diagram that represents the skeleton of a website or an application’s user interface (UI) and core functionality. Get a more in-depth explanation of what UX wireframes look like and how they can benefit your team.
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- IT and Engineering
- Product development
How to build a House of Quality (QFD)
Quality function deployment (QFD) provides a clear framework for incorporating the voice of the customer into product development, beginning with a matrix called the House of Quality. Learn how to build a House of Quality (plus try a template).
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How a solid issue management process can help your team
You’re in business to solve problems, not create them. But in the course of any project, you’re bound to run into some problems yourself. Learn how to solidify an issue management process so you'll be ready to confront those problems head-on.
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- Product development
- Project management
The product manager career path
Product management ranks fifth on Glassdoor’s 2019 list of best jobs in America. But what exactly does a product manager do? And are you up to the task? Take a deep dive into the product manager career path.
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- Product development
Why you should create API diagrams
As you and your team develop an API, use visuals to show how the API functions, making this information more accessible and easier to understand and encouraging collaboration. Learn how to create API diagrams (starting with our free templates).
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- IT and Engineering
- Product development
Types of UML diagrams
Want to start using UML for technical documentation? This article will introduce (or give you a refresher) on the different UML diagram types, as well as provide UML examples that you can open and edit in Lucidchart.
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How to conduct an FMEA analysis: A step-by-step guide
To avoid failure, you need to take a hard look at what could go wrong and take steps to reduce the risk. Use the following guide to learn how to conduct an FMEA analysis and improve your business processes.
Topics:
- Process improvement
- Product development
The Ansoff matrix: A strategic approach to growth
The Ansoff matrix is an invaluable tool to analyze, manage risk, and strategize growth opportunities. Includes free templates!
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- Product development
How to make sprint retrospective meetings more effective
A sprint retrospective may feel like just another meeting—but you can run it more efficiently and effectively with our tips and collaborative templates. Learn what the purpose of a sprint retrospective is and how to make yours exceptional.
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- Product development
What is sprint planning? Benefits and potential pitfalls for your team
Learn about sprint planning and see how it can boost productivity as part of Scrum and Agile methodologies. Sprint planning template example included.
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- Product development