A framework for navigating build vs. buy
The decision to build a solution in-house or buy something off the shelf is a recurring theme in the life of a product leader. Over the years, I've developed a solid framework for navigating that decision.
The main premise – you should build your core competencies and buy commoditized solutions. I covered the whole framework over at Products That Count → Build vs Buy.
If there's a topic you'd like to hear my view on, hit reply and let me know! I'm also thinking about experimenting with quick videos on small but important product topics/problems/strategies – let me know if that sounds valuable.
Bryce York
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Want to make prioritization simpler and more intuitive? I made a video covering how the theory of constraints can help show you exactly where to focus and how to actually impact your KPIs and OKRs. As you know, I'm usually more of a writer but I’m trying video for something different! Let me know what you think! https://youtu.be/8tDqyEWNstc 👀
Here's a fresh Product Snack. Also, happy new year! As always, if you've got feedback or topic ideas, just hit reply and let me know 🙂 ☝🏻️ Hard to read? Find the same content on the blog - The CARD Framework