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For this reason we built the Tabbed Inbox through a series of build-measure-learn loops, which are called Steps in GIST. There were usability tests, longitudinal studies, fishfood and dogfood, labs, and partial launches. Each step generated a more complete version of the product, but also gave us new evidence, which helped build our confidence in the idea and get more funding. We used what we learned in each step to course-correct and improve the idea. The feature we eventually launched was profoundly better than the one we started with.
Evidence-Guided
Itamar Gilad
Map out the steps each actor has to take for anyone to get value from the solution. Be specific. What does each actor need to do in order for someone to get value from the solution?
Continuous Discovery Habits
Teresa Torres
A good strategy has an essential logical structure that I call the kernel. The kernel of a strategy contains three elements: a diagnosis, a guiding policy, and coherent action. The guiding policy specifies the approach to dealing with the obstacles called out in the diagnosis. It is like a signpost, marking the direction forward but not defining the details of the trip. Coherent actions are feasible coordinated policies, resource commitments, and actions designed to carry out the guiding policy.
Good Strategy/Bad Strategy
Richard Rumelt
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