Reviews

"A guide to product management for development within an organization.

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In this debut business book, Sprongl presents an intermediate-level course in product management aimed at readers who are already familiar with the fundamentals and are focused on overseeing projects that are used within their organizations, like procurement software and financial management tools, rather than those developed for and sold to outside clients. Each chapter ends with a series of “points to ponder,” and many include “tales of the product manager,” anonymized examples drawn from Sprongl’s experience that illustrate the relevant topics. The writing in these sections provides the book’s most creative prose...adding a touch of whimsy to a generally straightforward text.

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Sprongl is clearly knowledgeable and skilled at explaining product management, making the book an effective tool for readers that gets its message across clearly and concisely. The book assumes a level of prior knowledge in its readers without then burying them in jargon, making it an enjoyable as well as informative read. Those who are looking to expand their development leadership skills and raise their internal profiles will find this book a worthwhile resource."