Understanding Product Roles

There is significant confusion surrounding the roles of product owners, product managers, and project managers due to overlapping responsibilities and interchangeable titles. Product owners are primarily focused on maintaining a well-defined backlog and maximizing value for their teams, often acting as facilitators between stakeholders and developers. In contrast, product managers take a strategic approach, defining product vision and managing relationships across various parties to ensure alignment with business goals. Recognizing and clarifying these roles is crucial for effective project management and agile implementation.