The Product Owner (PO) is responsible for ensuring that the team’s work generates value for the end customer and, consequently, for the business. Regardless of whether the team’s focus is on a product, service or process, the Product Owner ultimately owns the prioritized list of value-producing items, i.e. the backlog. The Product Owner is like a ship’s captain who successfully steers the ship to profitable trading ports.
Of course, this does not mean that the Product Owner does this alone, but rather that they are skilled at utilizing the expertise of the team and stakeholders to validate and promote the right things.
What makes a good Product Owner?
To succeed in the above, a good Product Owner is typically empathetic, proactive and highly interested in customers and the business. They are also bold and know how to say no because, in their prioritization mandate, the PO safeguards the team’s work and ensures they focus on the right things.
Become a Product Owner!
Are you a new Product Owner, or simply curious to find out if this role is right for you? Be sure to check out the following training course!
Hire a good Product Owner for your team!
What makes a good PO at Taskmill? A Product Owner can either run a project aground or create a successful product. The role of a Product Owner is difficult and critical. This is why it can be useful to hire an external consultant, whose core expertise can benefit your organization. A professional Product Owner can coach internal staff to develop their skills as Product Owners while carrying out their own work.