Transforming Product Personalization With AI 🤖, Product Positioning Challenges 😓, Handling Product “Corner Cases” ⚽️
What should you read this week. Weekly Recap 2024-07-09 🔁
👋 Hey, Sam here! Welcome back to the weekly edition of The Product Trench. Each week, I recap a handful of interesting articles and stories related to product and leadership, in addition to my original monthly practical tips and stories on eclectic topics.
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Here are my favourite articles this week. Let's jump straight into it.
Why positioning is challenging (5 min read)
Positioning a product is challenging because it evolves with market awareness, transitioning through three phases: Outcome-Based (blue ocean, unmet needs), Use Case-Based (emerging markets, specific use cases with various tools), and Category-Based (red ocean, differentiating within a mature product category). Identifying the market stage is crucial to effective positioning, as it determines the approach and messaging needed to engage prospects effectively.
GenAI: The holy grail of product personalization (4 min read / 35 min video)
Generative AI (GenAI) transforms product personalization by analyzing user data to create highly customized experiences. It improves customer engagement, drives satisfaction, and boosts retention by tailoring products and services to individual preferences. Implementing GenAI requires robust data collection and ethical considerations to balance personalization with privacy.
Notes on how to use LLMs in your product (6 min read)
LLMs can enhance workflows but require precise integration due to their predictive nature and cost. Employ Retrieval Augmented Generation to handle large data and maintain a human-in-the-loop for accuracy and legal safety. Stay updated with rapid LLM innovations, and be mindful of evolving copyright laws. Ensure reliable integration by considering the availability of LLM providers.
Corner Cases and Product Safety Nets (5 min read)
When encountering a corner case, don't dismiss it outright. Evaluate the risk to customers first. Key evaluation criteria include frequency, impact, and the likelihood of the corner case causing significant issues. Key corner cases to address include security breaches, performance issues, and poor user experiences. For security, establish a baseline and conduct regular testing. For performance, ensure thorough load testing and monitor customer usage. For user experience, use feature flags and customer documentation to mitigate impacts. Document and assess the risk of corner cases, taking appropriate action based on severity to prevent critical product issues.
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Enjoyed the product positioning article - your summary is helpful to consider my product’s positioning!
Thank you for the shout out on my article on corner cases in product management!