Lean Product Management

Summary

In this chapter, we learned that effort estimation, or story sizing is useful as part of the implementation plan. However, in cases where our implementation is to proceed with a buy or partner approach (instead of a build), we don't need to estimate effort at all. Although we still need to get to the details about the cost of the implementation plan, based on the complexity, technology readiness, risks, dependencies, available skill sets (technical and supporting business functions), and resources (hardware and software). The intent of our implementation discussions should be about finding the smartest way to implement a feature idea. Estimating the effort should be one minor aspect of product implementation.

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