In Episode 63 of Talking Roadmaps, Phil Hornby interviews Pawel Huryn about using roadmaps as a strategic tool rather than a feature list. They discuss aligning roadmaps with broader company vision and objectives, focusing on customer outcomes over deliverables, and the importance of managing product risks. Huryn emphasizes iterative discovery and validation before committing to features, suggesting that roadmaps are better suited for setting direction than detailing every step.

In episode 62 of Talking Roadmaps, Justin Woods interviews Grant Hunter, co-founder and COO of Product Growth Leaders. They explore the critical distinction between roadmaps and strategy, with Hunter emphasizing that roadmaps should serve as clarity and alignment tools, driven by an overarching product strategy. Key insights include managing roadmaps for B2B versus B2C, the importance of sequencing, and the need for visualizing roadmaps for both internal teams and external stakeholders.

In Episode 61 of Talking Roadmaps, Justin Woods interviews Alex Brodsky, who shares his insights on the six essential inputs needed before creating a roadmap. From understanding organizational goals to capturing customer insights and technical requirements, Alex emphasizes the importance of moving away from feature factories to outcome-driven roadmaps. He also discusses the role of AI in simplifying product management and how his company, Iteright, helps product leaders align strategies with measurable business outcomes.

In episode 60 of Talking Roadmaps, Phil Hornby interviews Steven Haines, who shares his insights on creating purposeful and strategic roadmaps. They discuss how roadmaps are more than feature lists—they are tools to align with broader business goals and strategies. Steven emphasizes the need for transparency between executives and product teams, guiding strategic intent with data-driven decisions. He also delves into the role of financial literacy in product management, highlighting the importance of business acumen in driving product success.

In episode 59 of Talking Roadmaps, Justin Woods interviews Cliff Hazell about the limits of roadmaps in answering all product questions. Cliff introduces the concept of flight levels to explain how roadmaps can serve different layers of an organization, from strategy to operations. He emphasizes the importance of context, adaptability, and focusing on real organizational capacity rather than overloading teams. The discussion highlights the need for flexibility and alignment across all levels of a business when using roadmaps.

In episode 58 of Talking Roadmaps, Ryan Singer discusses the concept of implicit roadmaps and their role in product strategy with Phil Hornby. He explores how roadmaps can be fluid, shaped by ongoing framing and shaping processes rather than rigid timelines. The conversation covers the challenges of aligning teams around implicit roadmaps, the importance of framing in setting strategic priorities, and the pitfalls of over-committing to specific features.

In episode 57 of Talking Roadmaps, Phil Hornby interviews Annett Eckert, an expert with over 20 years in product management. Annett discusses her experience in leading innovation and transformation across industries, focusing on strategic product development and effective team setup. The conversation covers practical insights on how to roadmap successful transformations, highlighting challenges and strategies in product-driven organizations.

In episode 56 of Talking Roadmaps, Phil Hornby interviews Vidas Vasiliauskas. They delve into the compatibility of long-term roadmaps with agile methodologies, exploring practical strategies to balance planning and adaptability. Vidas shares insights on integrating Kanban with traditional project management tools, addressing common challenges, and enhancing team collaboration and productivity.

In episode 55 of Talking Roadmaps, Phil Hornby interviews Maarten Dalmijn about the pitfalls of traditional roadmaps and how to avoid creating "paper victories." Maarten shares insights on building empowered teams, setting effective sprint goals, and delivering real value in Agile and Scrum environments.