What is a minimally viable product?

Remember to demonstrate your understanding that the Product Owner is not solely responsible for deciding which stories define the scope of a minimally viable product. Other members of the team often offer technical, usability, and feedback mechanism considerations that should be considered when determining MVP scope.

A minimally viable product, or MVP, represents the product features that need to be completed for a product to launch initially. The initial release is usually developed for a small set of users who provide feedback that can be incorporated into future sprints. As a Product Owner, I collaborate with the business and development team to determine the right mix of user stories to be included in the MVP. I also partner with the business to determine which users will be included in the initial release and how they will provide feedback.

This approach reduces risk, as problems concerning usability and bugs arise early in the process. Early user feedback also lets me validate user story prioritization and make adjustments as necessary. In some cases, it generates excitement and increases buy-in within user groups.