Building features without validation is one of the fastest ways to waste time and resources. In this episode of How I PM, we share a proven 4-step framework to test ideas before committing to full development.
The 4 Steps to Validate Features:
- Define Use Cases
Outline the real problems you want to solve. Without clarity here, nothing else matters. - Create Wireframes
Visualize potential solutions and gather early reactions. - Test with a Proof of Concept
Experiment with a lightweight version to see how users respond. - Launch After Demand Is Proven
Only move forward when you have strong signals of adoption.
This approach ensures your product team builds features that solve real problems and deliver measurable value.
“Start with use cases, wireframes, proof of concept, and then finally introduce the feature.” – Suresh Madhuvarsu
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