This tool transforms the traditional approach of product management teams and makes prioritizing customer feedback and internal opinions an exciting activity.

What is the Product Tree Prioritization Template?

A visual aid designed by Luke Hohmann, Product Tree Prioritization, is a game-like framework that helps product managers sort and place importance on product feature requests. It serves as a roadmap for your product and aids in planning for growth and development.

The Four Components of a Product Tree

1. Trunk: The existing features that your team is working on.
2. Branches: The primary functions or systems of the product. Room is left for more branches to grow as needed.
3. Roots: The technical requirements that make listed features possible.
4. Leaves: Each leaf symbolizes a new idea for a product feature.

With Slatebox, making a custom version of Product Tree Prioritization is effortless. Begin by selecting the template, then follow these steps:

1. Set the scene for teams unfamiliar with the game by giving a brief overview.
2. Expand each part of the tree to prioritize feature requests.
3. Engage in group discussion on each part of the tree, ask questions and use Slatebox's (upcoming) Voting Plugin for further input.
4. Turn the prioritization outcomes into a product roadmap to shape future features.

Note: The near-term priorities are represented by features closest to the trunk and long-term plans are represented by features on the outer arms of branches. The objective is to balance current, near-term, and future product plans.