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Product Management in the Mature Company\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In the past couple of posts, we\u2019ve looked into some of the key responsibilities of a product manager in a start-up company and a mid-sized organization. Today\u2019s post completes the trilogy by discussing the corporate focus and the product management skills essential to success in the mature company.<\/p>\n

Product Managers Face Lofty Goals in the Mature Company<\/strong><\/h2>\n

First, let\u2019s consider what the mature company wants most: steady and predictable growth. Unfortunately, as desirable as this growth is, it often becomes increasingly difficult to achieve. Since the successful mature company already has captured a significant part of the market, it is now necessary for it to enhance its existing products and bolster current revenue streams in order to keep the level of growth high. To meet its revenue and growth goals, larger organizations often need to look for innovative opportunities that arise from partnerships or mergers and acquisitions.<\/p>\n

Essential Product Management Skills in the Mature Organization<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Considering the complicated goals of the mature company, a successful product manager will hold a highly valued skill set that includes:<\/p>\n