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The ROI of Saying No: Making the Case Not To Build

Barry Closser

Barry Closser

Product teams are often handed ideas from executives, board members, or influential stakeholders with the expectation to deliver. But just because an idea comes from the top doesn’t mean it’s the best move. So how can you make a strong, evidence-based case not to move forward without losing trust?

Join us for Lean BYTES on May 6th where Product Design Consultant Barry Closser will share how leaders and teams can use user-centered evidence to challenge assumptions, weigh business impact, and clearly make the case for not moving forward. You’ll get practical ways to assess user needs, connect the dots to broader business goals, and have the kinds of conversations that keep your organization focused on building what really matters for customers. 

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Pilot to Payoff: Making AI Worth The Investment
Alec Harrison

Alec Harrison

AI is moving fast — and so is the pressure to figure out where it actually fits in your organization. Whether you’re actively exploring use cases or just trying to separate real progress from all the noise, the hardest part is knowing where to start. What’s working today? And how are others making it work inside complex, real-world environments? Let’s explore recent AI pilots and the questions we’ve found most helpful for spotting good opportunities early on.