PRODUCT STRATEGY & DISCOVERY PROCESS
De-risk product decisions & deliver results that matter, faster.
We help organizations craft innovative user-centric solutions for impactful product experiences, turning ideas into actionable and validated strategies.
From idea to MVP roadmap: 3 phases of the Lean Product Accelerator (LPA)
Phase 1: Empathize
We’ll build a shared understanding of the problems and opportunities. Stakeholder interviews: Align on business goals and uncover critical user needs. Business goals analysis: Identify what success looks like and the key metrics to achieve it. Persona development: Understand your audience’s motivations, pain points, and behaviors. Market insights: Gather data to inform strategies and ensure relevance.
Phase 2: Strategize
We rapidly generate ideas, selecting the best ones and refining them into viable solutions. Journey mapping: Chart user paths to uncover opportunities for innovation and impact. Idea generation: Use collaborative workshops to explore creative solutions and address challenges. Concept refinement: Prioritize ideas that align with both user needs and business objectives.
Phase 3: Design
We turn strategy into design, providing a blueprint and roadmap for your product’s MVP. Wireframes & prototypes: Visualize key features and user flows to test concepts early. Technical architecture: Develop a scalable framework to future-proof your product. Strategic roadmap: Synthesize findings into a clear, actionable plan with defined next steps
What you’ll get from the LPA
Whether you’re launching a new initiative or pivoting an existing one, we provide the tools, insights, and strategies you need to move forward with confidence.
Persona development
To understand your audience’s goals, needs, and motivations.
Journey mapping
Create actionable maps linking user insights to measurable outcomes.
Iterative innovation
Refine and evolve based on real-time feedback during workshops.
Strategic roadmap
Deliver a prioritized, actionable plan for execution.
Technical architecture
Develop scalable frameworks to future-proof your product.
Prototypes & validation
Test ideas quickly to uncover risks and refine strategy.
Product discovery through a different lens -
Whether you’re launching new products or optimizing new ones.
Why partner with Cloud Minds Tech?
At Cloud Minds Tech, we bring together a global team of engineering and product design experts dedicated to delivering meaningful outcomes. Here’s why organizations choose us to support their innovation strategies.
Global expertise
Our diverse team of industry-leading engineers and product designers ensures world-class solutions tailored to your needs.
Integrated approach
We align business goals, user needs, and technical feasibility into one seamless strategy.
Collaborative by design
Partner with a team that works alongside you every step of the way to co-create impactful solutions.
Outcome oriented
Every decision and deliverable is geared toward achieving measurable results and driving success.
Proven methodologies
Leveraging Design Thinking, Agile, and JTBD, we bring innovation and structure to every project.
FAQs about Cloud Minds Tech LPA process
What is the Lean Product Accelerator™ (LPA), and how does it differ from a traditional discovery phase?
The LPA is a lean, collaborative discovery and strategy workshop designed to align teams on a clear product vision while delivering business, customer, and user value. Whether launching a new product or evolving an existing product, the LPA uses proven methods to validate assumptions, reduce risk, and accelerate confident product decisions and development.
Is the LPA required before moving into development with Cloud Minds Tech?
It is highly recommended – the LPA ensures your team is aligned on innovative solutions to key challenges before development starts. It concludes with a detailed MVP roadmap that clarifies technologies, resources, and costs—streamlining development and providing a highly accurate development estimate. With a strong product mindset, our agile teams are dedicated to delivering solutions that meet or exceed ROI expectations. Many of our customers will attest that our ability to deliver beyond expectations is why they have been working with us for over 5 years.
How much involvement is expected from our team during the LPA? Who from our team should participate in the LPA?
The more diverse the representation, the better the outcomes. Ideally, include key stakeholders, including customers and users for a well-rounded perspective. At a minimum, we need a business subject matter expert, a technical lead, and a decision-maker to ensure progress and alignment.
Will engineering be involved, or is this primarily a product and design-led process?
Engineering plays a key role in the LPA. While the process is led by product and design, having technical representation is crucial for identifying feasibility, shaping the technical strategy, and ensuring alignment on how the solution will be built. The collaboration between design, product, and engineering helps us create a more practical and achievable roadmap. By integrating advanced technologies and best practices, we go beyond traditional security measures and enable organizations to proactively address emerging threats and stay ahead of the curve.
What kind of preparation is needed before starting an LPA?
Prep is minimal—just come with a big problem or opportunity you want to tackle. We’ll deep dive on day one to gain a broad understanding, align everyone, and build a foundation of shared understanding to move forward with speed and confidence.
What deliverables will we receive at the end of the LPA, and how are they used in the next phase of development?
A metric ton* of them – you will walk away from the process with personas, wireframes, user journey maps, technical architecture, feature inventory, and an MVP roadmap. Most importantly, a peace of mind, knowing your team is aligned and your product strategy is solid. These deliverables serve as a blueprint for development, ensuring a clear, streamlined path forward with fewer surprises.
What happens after the LPA is completed?
After the LPA, you’ll have everything you need to move into development with confidence. You can choose to continue working with us to build your MVP using the roadmap and design assets we’ve created, or you can take the deliverables to your internal team or other provider. Either way, you’ll have a clear plan, a shared vision, and a well-defined path forward.
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