We specialize in turning visionary ideas into tangible results. In a world where every second counts, having a precise, actionable roadmap from the start isn't just an advantage - it's a necessity.
Your aspirations will meet our team of product experts to create a plan towards something truly remarkable.
Dive deep into your project's heart with our experts with decades of experience. Align every step with your aspirations, ensuring every person on your team is on the same page.
Benefit from our experience in outlining your project's scope, featuring a storyboard in Miro and a risk assessment to smooth out potential bumps along the road.
Leverage our workshop to craft a user-centric project plan, complete with prioritized features, a realistic timeline, and innovative go-to-market strategies.
We'll write you a detailed backlog of Jobs to Be Done, User Stories, and Acceptance Criteria. Everything a developer needs to code your software and make it real.
All documentation needed to transition the prototype into the development phase, including design assets and interactive specifications.
This might be the most valuable outcome for companies! Getting everyone aligned through a series of structured, clear workshops.
The workshop kicks off with an exercise aimed at setting the stage for a productive day. Participants will start by sharing their project ideas and aspirations, establishing a common ground for collaboration. This is designed to clarify the company's objectives, ensuring everyone is aligned on the desired outcomes.
• Interactive session to define the project's ultimate goal and vision.
• Alignment with partners and stakeholders on the project's direction.
The focus shifts to the practical aspects of software planning as we outline the scope of your project. Participants will engage in activities designed to identify and document essential features and functionalities. This process includes creating a low-fidelity storyboard to visualize the user experience and workflow.
• Deep dive into project scope, identifying key features and functionalities.
• Group activity to document and visualize these elements in a low-fidelity storyboard.
Building on the groundwork laid in earlier sessions, the afternoon is dedicated to developing a comprehensive strategic project timeline. This collaborative effort will result in a detailed plan, including user stories, jobs to be done (JTBD), acceptance criteria, and a prioritized feature list, complete with a timeline and milestones. This blueprint will serve as your roadmap, guiding the design and development phases of your project.
We'll conduct a risks and unknowns assessment, preparing your team to navigate potential challenges with foresight and strategy.
• Facilitated discussion to identify potential challenges and uncertainties.
• Strategies to mitigate risks and address unknowns proactively.
The final exercise of the day focuses on your project's launch strategy. Through brainstorming and strategic planning activities, we'll help you understand options of go-to-market (GTM) strategies. The goal is to ensure you have a clear, actionable plan for introducing your product to the market, maximizing impact, and driving success.
• Workshop to generate innovative go-to-market strategy ideas.
• Planning for beta launch, including user testing, surveys, and usage tracking.
By the end of our session, you'll have a clear vision, a strategic blueprint, and a set of actionable deliverables that pave the way for your project's success.
This is a day where ambiguity is banished, and clarity reigns supreme.
Documentation of a comprehensive backlog, outlining essential tasks and features.
A clear prioritization of efforts, coupled with a timeline for project progression.
Identification of potential challenges and uncertainties. Our decades of building software will guide you here.
A transparent financial forecast for the project so that you know your options for proceeding.
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We're all located in Buffalo, NY.
Worried about your project's budget ballooning out of control? We get it. That's why we've built our process around transparent, upfront scoping with you.
Launching into a market that's constantly evolving can feel like shooting for a moving target. Launch a product that doesn't just enter the market but dominates it.
Your product's success hinges on its ability to meet and exceed user expectations. We're here to make sure it does just that.
Our team of seasoned experts is well-versed in turning potential roadblocks into stepping stones. With a proactive approach to technical planning and a keen eye for the most reliable and efficient technologies.
We are excited to offer you our proven one-day workshop, tailored to crystallize your vision and set a strong foundation for your project.
