From Idea to Validated MVP Plan
Customer Research:
1. Problem Interviews (10-15)
• Target users identified
• Interview script prepared
• Pain points documented
• Solutions discussed
Key Questions:
• Current solutions used?
• Biggest frustrations?
• Attempted solutions?
• Budget/pricing expectations?
Documentation:
• Interview notes
• Common patterns
• Unique insights
• Priority problems
Market Research:
1. Competitor Analysis
Direct Competitors:
• Feature comparison
• Pricing models
• Target audience
• Market positioning
Indirect Solutions:
• Alternative approaches
• DIY solutions
• Market gaps
• Opportunity areas
2. Market Size
• Total addressable market
• Serviceable market
• Target segment size
• Growth potential
Validation Metrics:
1. Problem Validation
Must Have:
• 80% face same problem
• 60% actively seeking solution
• 40% tried alternatives
• 20% willing to pay
2. Market Validation
Requirements:
• Clear target audience
• Defined market gap
• Reasonable CAC
• Profitable unit economics
Core Feature Set:
1. Must-Have Features
□ Core problem solution
□ Basic user management
□ Essential workflows
□ Data management
2. Nice-to-Have Features
□ Advanced reporting
□ Integrations
□ Automation
□ Custom options
3. Future Features
□ API access
□ Advanced analytics
□ White labeling
□ Enterprise features
Technical Stack:
1. Frontend
• Framework selection
• UI/UX planning
• Component structure
• State management
2. Backend
• API architecture
• Database design
• Service integration
• Security planning
3. Infrastructure
• Hosting solution
• Deployment strategy
• Monitoring setup
• Scaling plan
90-Day Plan:
Weeks 1-4: Core Development
□ Basic infrastructure
□ Authentication
□ Core features
□ Basic dashboard
Weeks 5-8: Enhancement
□ Additional features
□ Testing
□ Bug fixes
□ Documentation
Weeks 9-12: Launch Prep
□ Beta testing
□ Marketing site
□ User onboarding
□ Launch planning
Monday:
□ Create user survey
□ Identify interview targets
□ Setup tracking sheet
□ Research tools
Tuesday:
□ Conduct 5 interviews
□ Document findings
□ Analyze patterns
□ Adjust questions
Wednesday:
□ 5 more interviews
□ Competitor research
□ Market analysis
□ Document insights
Thursday:
□ Final 5 interviews
□ Data compilation
□ Pattern analysis
□ Initial conclusions
Friday:
□ Validation metrics
□ Problem statement
□ Solution outline
□ Next steps plan