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Hans-Bernd Kittlaus and Haragopal Mangipudi have co-authored a new ISPMA-Compliant Study Guide and Handbook on Software Product Management for Startups

The SPM Summit North America 2023, held at the University of California, Berkeley on September 12th, was a pivotal gathering of industry leaders, academics, and aspiring students. Focused on “Product Management in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” the event served as a forum for discussing how AI is redefining the landscape of product management.

People in most industries see more and more business value in the role of product manager. So it is not surprising that there are an increasing number of publications, conferences and also training offerings on product management.

Bogdan Moroz was honored for his impactful thesis on B2B SaaS strategy development. His innovative work showcases a robust process model, significantly advancing the Software Product Management discipline.

ISPMA is profoundly saddened by the passing of Prof. Dr. Guenther Ruhe, a remarkable ISPMA Fellow and an outstanding Scholar. In tribute to Guenther, we have posthumously inducted him into the ISPMA’s Hall of Fame. Our deepest condolences are with his wife and family.

Set in 2023, the case talks about SellerApp, an all-in-one data-driven platform built for budding entrepreneurs, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies alike to help seamlessly upscale customer businesses on eCommerce marketplaces.