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The Opportunity Solution Tree

The Opportunity Solution Tree

Is a simple way to visually represent the path one may take to reach a milestone. It is the main system of record for tracking the discovery process:

  • The root of the tree is the desired business outcome
  • Next are the opportunities, the needs, and desires of the customers we can piggyback on
  • Next is the solution space. This is what we are considering building. 
  • Below are the assumption tests

Using this visualization creates a shared understanding for the whole team which makes decision-making transparent. It keeps everyone on the same page & eliminates fighting over which feature to build next.

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