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Maziar Adl

Maziar Adl
My main job is to run our Southern California-based venture, Gocious, a product roadmap platform for manufacturers that empowers better product innovation for discrete manufacturers. I oversee the end-to-end design, implementation, and development of Gocious products and features. I have a long history of bringing automation and digital transformation to different organizations to ensure they stay competitive by taking advantage of recent technology and organizational trends.
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3 Ways Manufacturers Can Improve Their Product Roadmap Management Strategy

Your product roadmap is an essential part of the manufacturing process. It guides production while defining the product vision from conception to development. Product manufacturing can be a complex process. If you consider the design and engineering of a vehicle, many components come into play. There is a product team in place for each feature of a vehicle, from the engine, tires, frame, and brakes to the axles, gears, seating, electrical, and lighting to the product software. The only way to manage all these moving pieces is to have a roadmap and a strategy to manage it.

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What Is the Difference Between a Product Manager and a Project Manager?

Product management and project management are both critical roles within a manufacturing company. Although they both have fundamental responsibilities in overseeing the product manufacturing process, it is the scope of the responsibility that sets them apart.

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Why Product Roadmap Management Software Is Essential for Electronic Manufacturers

Have you ever found yourself cursing your phone when the functions become increasingly sluggish after every new model launch? This is because companies like Apple and Samsung make sure their products are designed to best align with the brand-new software update. While it might seem like a simple market strategy to get people talking about the newest updates, the reality of launching products that require software and hardware elements is that it is a very intricate process.

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The Main Reason Product Managers Need Product Roadmapping Software

There are many resources that a product manager can use daily. A lot of the time product managers will struggle with complicated spreadsheets attempting to organize data, which is not only an added complication for PMs but also for teams as well as stakeholders. However, there are tools that can solve this problem. 

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7 Vulnerabilities Global Manufacturing Presents and How to Manage Them

Global markets are huge drivers of economic growth, contributing to GDP and promoting economic stability within countries across the globe. The ability for corporations to operate in diverse locations allows for better access to resources, opens up new labor markets, and secures new consumer markets in which to sell their goods. In addition, local businesses often rely on trade with foreign suppliers for raw materials and components from which to produce their finished products.

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5 Things Every Product Manager Needs in Their Daily Work

Product managers shoulder a lot of responsibility. It's their job to oversee the product development process, keep stakeholders informed, report to executives and program managers, as well as solve problems as they arise. While the role of a product manager is essential to any manufacturer, the position can sometimes be overlooked in terms of providing efficient tools to do the job. 

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Common Product Development Challenges and How to Overcome Them

Product managers are the leaders in product development in that they bring the necessary stakeholders together. They're also responsible for managing product roadmaps to ensure their product gains a competitive edge in consumer markets. A leading product is one that is novel and satisfies a need. With consumer desires changing over time, staying up to date with current trends and anticipating competitor moves is vital for success. 

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How Better Communication Makes Roadmap Management Easier for Manufacturers

Communication is essential in all aspects of the manufacturing business, from communicating with buyers, negotiating with suppliers, and leading your internal product teams. Irish playwright, Bernard Shaw, said: "The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." His point is highly relevant when it comes to managing your product roadmaps and your teams. Clear, consistent communication with stakeholders is one of the most important factors of effective management. Let's discuss some examples of how better communication will impact your business. 

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How to Make Your Roadmap Agile With the Right Tools

Manufacturing is a complex, time-consuming operation involving many people, systems, and tools to keep operations running smoothly. The right software can help keep those operations running smoothly. Product roadmaps that maximize efficiency while keeping customer needs and market trends top-of-mind give a competitive advantage against the competition, but what about ongoing management of those roadmaps? Manufacturers that invest in the right systems will be better equipped to build agility into their product management strategy.  

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The Essential Difference Between Managing Products and Projects

It takes many teams to create great products. The product manager may take the lead on production decisions, but the product does get created without hard work from one or more project managers. While the product managers are responsible for defining and developing the products to be built, project managers oversee various tasks and resource allocations required to get the job done. Here's a closer look at both roles, their interdependence, distinct differences, and how both managers can benefit from using Product Roadmap Management software

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3 Reasons Why Your Product Manager Is the Quarterback in Your Company

You've outlined your vision for your company and defined your product goals. Now, all that stands between you and those goals is finding the right person to execute the strategy to make your vision a reality. The key player who will get that job done is your product manager. If we compare product management to American football, then your product manager is your quarterback. They're the ones in charge of every aspect of product development. Your product manager will:

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The 3 Most Common Misconceptions About Global Product Management

If you've ever wondered what the role of a product manager is, you're not alone. While an organization is filled with teams offering advanced business and technical skills, what expertise does the product manager have? From the outside, it may seem that they possess limited specialized knowledge in any particular area, which often leads to common misperceptions of the role. 

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