Building AI-Powered Products

Chapter 3. The AI PM Toolbox

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In Chapter 2, we discussed the role of an AI Product Manager mapped to each phase of the AIPDL. Unlike their counterparts in traditional product management, AI PMs must carefully navigate advancing artificial intelligence technologies in ever-changing market demands. Marrying unique product value propositions with a precise market fit gives products a competitive edge and propels industries toward ground-breaking innovations. As businesses increasingly use AI to drive decision-making, optimize operations, and personalize customer interactions, the demand for skilled AI PMs has surged. These professionals are at the forefront, developing innovative products to solve unmet needs.

In this chapter, we explore the essential skills that product managers need to transition into roles focused on artificial intelligence. Moving from traditional to AI product management can be done without starting from scratch. Many core skills you have honed—such as project oversight, stakeholder ...