Overview
Cross-team Execution is the bridge between planning and delivery. This phase ensures seamless communication and coordination across all teams involved in product development, from initial discovery through final release and beyond.
3. Cross-team Execution Process
How We Do It
- Project Discovery Meeting: Kick off projects with comprehensive alignment sessions involving all stakeholders
- Critical-Issue Review: Conduct regular reviews to identify, prioritize, and resolve blocking issues
- Alpha Testing Process: Coordinate early testing phases with internal teams and selected users
- Releasing Briefing: Prepare all teams for smooth product launches with detailed briefings
Outcome #6: Project Timeline Update
Regular communication of project status and timeline adjustments, including:
- Sprint progress and velocity tracking
- Milestone achievement status and updates
- Resource utilization and team capacity reports
- Dependency tracking and risk assessments
- Timeline adjustments with impact analysis
- Burndown charts and progress visualizations
Product Release Management
Outcome #7: Product Release Announcement
Comprehensive communication package for product launches, including:
- Release highlights and key feature descriptions
- Customer value propositions and benefits
- Technical requirements and compatibility information
- Migration guides and upgrade instructions
- Training resources and documentation links
- Support channels and escalation procedures
Outcome #8: Critical-Issue Statement
Transparent communication and tracking of critical issues, including:
- Issue severity classification and business impact
- Root cause analysis findings and timeline
- Affected users and functionality scope
- Immediate workarounds and mitigation steps
- Resolution plan with responsible teams identified
- Post-mortem reports and prevention measures
Next Steps
Successful execution leads to valuable insights through evaluation and iteration.