Robert Finan: Throwing Features Over the Fence, The Disconnected PO

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The Great Product Owner: Fostering Quick Feedback Loops With Story Mapping

Robert describes a great Product Owner as someone who immerses themselves in the team, fostering collaboration and ensuring quick market feedback. 

By using tools like Story Mapping, these POs help teams focus on value while staying engaged and open to learning.

The Bad Product Owner: Throwing Features Over the Fence, The Disconnected PO

Bad Product Owners remain distant, throwing requirements “over the fence” without participating in the team’s efforts. This disconnect often leads to misalignment and poor outcomes. 

For Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches, Robert suggests investigating the root cause of this distance and addressing it collaboratively.

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About Robert Finan

Robert has been working in IT for over 25 years, with the last decade spent deeply engaged in “messy” real-world Agile transformations. He documents his experiences in the Agile Drill Sergeant webcomic.

You can link with Robert Finan on LinkedIn.