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Weekly Newsletter - 9th October 2024
Exploring Product Excellence, Product Design, and Unconventional Wisdom in Tech Management
Sophie Bruxner-Randall
October 09, 2024
🚀 Microsoft launches Copilot AI for productivity, while Zapier introduces AI automation tools at ZapConnect 2024. 💼 BlackRock and Microsoft transform investment management with AI, and Pleo's Meri Williams highlights leadership and diversity in tech. 🗓️ Don't miss ProductTank NYC on October 10th!
Editor’s Essentials ✏️
Product Marketing Insights by Blenheim Chalcot
Martina Lauchengco, partner at Costanoa Ventures, recently shared her expert insights on product marketing in an AMA session. Key takeaways include the importance of shaping market perception, building credibility before scaling, and letting your product’s excellence drive organic advocacy. Lauchengco also emphasised the need for startups to gather customer insights and avoid over-complicating their messaging with jargon.
Technology Leadership Insights Mind the Product
Meri Williams, CTO at Pleo, discusses her career in tech leadership, emphasising diversity, inclusion, and overcoming imposter syndrome. She highlights the importance of communication, cultural addition, and a growth mindset. At Pleo, the focus is on improving efficiency and profitability amidst economic challenges, while maintaining team size.
Technology Insights by Lenny's Newsletter
Tamar Yehoshua, from Glean, shares insights on product leadership and AI strategy, emphasising that operational excellence isn't essential for success. Key lessons include understanding user motivations, building cross-functional relationships, and leveraging AI. Insights from leaders like Jeff Bezos and Stewart Butterfield highlight the importance of core principles and prototyping.
Product Management by Product Collective
The 2024 INDUSTRY conference highlighted key themes in product management: adopting an impact-first approach, adapting leadership for high-performing contributors, leveraging AI for customer insights, mastering storytelling, and rethinking personalisation. These strategies are essential for product managers to drive meaningful business impact and navigate the evolving landscape effectively.
Industry Insights 🔎
Technology News by mignative
Microsoft has launched an updated Copilot AI, enhancing user interaction with features like Copilot Voice, Daily, and Vision. These tools offer personalised assistance, ensuring privacy and security. Available on multiple platforms, Copilot aims to streamline daily tasks, providing a more human-like and efficient user experience.
Technology News by Zapier
ZapConnect 2024 introduced new AI and automation tools, enhancing Zapier's platform. Key features include AI-powered workflow building, Zapier Functions for code automation, and Zapier Enterprise for scalable solutions. These innovations aim to empower businesses to create custom software solutions efficiently, marking a significant evolution in automation capabilities.
Financial Services by Microsoft
Microsoft and BlackRock are revolutionising financial services through AI, enhancing investment management with tailored solutions. Their partnership leverages AI to improve client experiences, operational efficiency, and innovation. BlackRock's Aladdin platform, powered by Microsoft Azure, exemplifies this transformation, offering advanced insights and automation while ensuring security and compliance.