Product Blog by Kevin Docherty

Artificial intelligence stopped being a novelty a while ago. By August 2026, it's infrastructure - quietly running in the background of customer service calls, hospital diagnostics, and the phone in your pocket. But "AI is everywhere" isn't the same as "AI is working for you." Here's a clear-eyed look at what's actually changing, what's hype, and what to watch for in the months ahead. 1. Your devices are about to get more expensive - and AI is why If your next phone, laptop,

Bridging stakeholders, teams, and delivery reality - the real work behind successful product releases In most organisations, the gap between a shiny value proposition on a slide deck and the product that actually ships is painfully wide. I’ve spent years working at that exact intersection - collaborating with business stakeholders and product teams to define clear release processes, while staying hands-on with delivery teams to ensure we ship what we promised. This hybrid ro

How a fast-moving B2B marketplace turns shifting priorities, real-time intelligence needs, and multi-sided customer demands into a structured, delivery-ready backlog In the world of Product Management, few environments are as chaotic and time-sensitive as a B2B marketplace serving high-stakes industries. Deadlines aren’t quarterly reviews - they’re transfer windows. Information asymmetry is the norm, not the exception. And your users (clubs, agents, and players) expect real-

Modern product management has evolved dramatically with the rise of Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-powered analytics. Three interconnected capabilities stand out as game-changers in 2025–2026: LLM-assisted feature scoping AI-powered user insights Behavioural data prioritisation These tools help PMs move from intuition-driven to dramatically more data-informed, faster, and customer-centric decision making. Let's explore what they mean and how leading teams put them into p

In 2026, AI moves from experimentation to core operations. Time to see if the investment begins to scale. Agentic AI, multimodal models, and governance demands are reshaping the landscape, forcing product managers to evolve from tactical executors to strategic orchestrators 1. Agentic AI Takes Centre Stage Agentic systems AI that autonomously plans and executes multi-step tasks—become mainstream. Gartner predicts 40% of enterprise apps will integrate task-specific agents by y

As we close out September 2025, the AI landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed. From ground-breaking model releases and ethical regulations to innovative applications in robotics and healthcare, this month's developments underscore AI's dual role as a transformative force and a call for responsible stewardship. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, business leader, or policymaker, here's a curated snapshot of the most impactful stories shaping the future of artificial in

In 2025, Scrum remains a cornerstone of Agile product management, enabling teams to deliver value iteratively and adapt to evolving market demands. Its structured yet flexible framework—built on sprints, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives—continues to empower organizations to navigate complex product development. But how is Scrum evolving today, and what innovations are shaping its use in Agile environments? Current Trends in Scrum Scrum’s core principles—transparency, inspe

Agile product management continues to evolve in 2025, adapting to new technologies, shifting market demands, and organizational needs. Here are the latest trends driving this dynamic field: AI Integration in Agile Workflows Artificial intelligence is transforming Agile practices. Tools like Jira AI are automating backlog grooming, predicting sprint success rates, and optimizing workflows. Product managers are leveraging AI to analyse customer behaviour and market trends, enab