What to prepare before a discovery call
A few details upfront can help you get more value from the conversation.
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Table of contents
1. Summarize Business Objectives and Core Target Audience
Before attending an initial product discovery consultation, draft a concise summary of your core business objectives, key success metrics, target audience profiles, and existing workflow challenges.
2. Gather System References and Existing Software Constraints
List any existing software systems, databases, or third-party APIs that your new application must integrate with. Gather visual inspiration or competitor product references that illustrate desired user experience styles.
Key checklist items:
3. Define Key Questions and Budget Boundaries
Prepare key technical and strategic questions for the engineering team. Having a realistic budget range and timeline expectations allows developers to recommend appropriate technology stacks and scoping strategies.
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