When someone owns something they tend to keep a closer watch on where that something is and whether or not it's in good working order. Owners are more sensitive to actions that may adversely affect the value of their investment. It's the car you own vs the car you rent. This holds true for products, projects, and teams. For this reason the title of "product owner" is well suited to the responsibilities assigned to the role. The explicit call-out to ownership carries a lot of goodness related to responsibility, leadership, and action.
Behind the Curtain: The Product Owner Role
Behind the Curtain: The Product Owner Role
Behind the Curtain: The Product Owner Role
When someone owns something they tend to keep a closer watch on where that something is and whether or not it's in good working order. Owners are more sensitive to actions that may adversely affect the value of their investment. It's the car you own vs the car you rent. This holds true for products, projects, and teams. For this reason the title of "product owner" is well suited to the responsibilities assigned to the role. The explicit call-out to ownership carries a lot of goodness related to responsibility, leadership, and action.