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In today’s evolving business landscape, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is no longer an optional consideration but a mandatory aspect of operations for many companies. Recent regulations, such as …

Greenwashing is becoming an increasingly prevalent issue in the financial services industry. Inconsistency, exaggeration, omission, or unsubstantiated claims in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) financial product disclosures are the most …

Today I want to explore the idea that the launch is just the beginning. Too often, businesses focus solely on the initial launch of a product, service, or project, overlooking …

As a CEO of a UK pension fund, you face a complex regulatory landscape, increasing market volatility, and evolving stakeholder expectations. Effective lifecycle governance is essential for managing these challenges …

Many organizations embark on digital transformation journeys with the goal of streamlining processes and improving efficiency. Workflow tools often seem like a promising solution, offering flexibility and ease of use …

As a seasoned CEO, you've probably seen the allure of workflow tools as the nirvana of transformation projects. They seem like a low-code, flexible solution that can streamline your processes …

As a CEO or CIO, you're constantly seeking ways to improve your organisation's performance, reduce risk, and drive innovation. Lifecycle governance offers a powerful framework for achieving these goals no …

Introduction As a seasoned CEO, you've undoubtedly experienced the thrill of a successful product launch. But let's face it, the launch is just the beginning. To truly drive long-term success …

Welcome to our blog series, Unlocking the Future of Product and Lifecycle Management (PLM). Skyjed: Your Partner in Automating Product Lifecycle, Governance, and Consumer Duty Compliance Financial institutions face a …

We all see challenges within the product world today, regardless of which industry you serve and the product suite, or service, that comes with it. Organisations today face various product …

Lifecycle management is instrumental in controlling risks associated with products and services throughout their lifecycle. Here’s how lifecycle management aids in risk control and how Skyjed helps in this process: …

The traditional metric for business success has long been financial performance. However, in today's global, connected and rapidly evolving business landscape, a singular focus on financials is no longer sufficient …

I write a lot around Lifecycle management, but this is because I’ve seen it in action and the true benefits that come from this approach. It plays a critical role …

In the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable business practices, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are emerging as a revolutionary tool for lifecycle management. DPPs provide comprehensive digital records of a product's …

Throughout 20+ years of working within the Financial Services sector, I’ve witnessed many challenges that companies face first hand. I’ve found that Lifecycle management is crucial in the financial services …

We see many organizations today facing several Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) challenges as they strive to integrate sustainability principles into their operations and improve processes going forward. Here are …

In my experience, all companies should have their customers at the heart of what they do – they are the lifeblood of any business and who we are all here …

Are you a CEO or leader wrestling with Consumer Duty mandates and the burden of manual product Lifecycle governance processes? Skyjed offers an innovative Product Management solution designed to streamline …

Welcome to our blog series, Unlocking the Future of Product and Lifecycle Management (PLM). Embracing the 2025 Banking Code: How Skyjed Can Guide Your Compliance Journey A New Chapter in …

Welcome to our blog series, Unlocking the Future of Product and Lifecycle Management (PLM). As Skyjed’s Chief Product Officer, I'm excited to delve deeper into how innovative PLM solutions are …

Welcome to our blog series, Unlocking the Future of Product and Lifecycle Management (PLM). As the Chief Product Officer at Skyjed, I'm excited to guide you through the power of …

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s new Anti-Greenwashing Guidance comes into force on May 31, 2024 marking a significant step towards transparency and accountability in sustainability-related claims. The rise in claims …

Explore successful strategies to enhance customer satisfaction in the fast-evolving gaming industry. Understanding Customer Needs and Preferences In order to maximise customer satisfaction in the gaming industry, it is essential …

It's likely that the social platforms you're consuming, are packed with a wealth of Thought Leadership content, across a range of topics that may often not always be at the …

Explore the crucial role of product management in the dynamic gaming and betting industry and how it can drive success and innovation. Navigating the competitive landscape of the Gaming and …

In today's fast-paced manufacturing industry, staying competitive is crucial. Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) plays a key role in empowering manufacturers to keep up with the ever-changing landscape and maintain a …

Explore the transformative effects of Product Lifecycle Management Streamlining Operations through PLM Integration Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) can revolutionise the logistics and transportation industries by streamlining operations through integration. By …

Unlock the secrets of Product Lifecycle Management with this comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of the process. Understanding Product Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is a strategic approach …

In this blog post, we will explore the vital role of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools in enhancing airline safety and reducing risks in the aviation industry. Understanding the Role …

In a highly competitive supermarket industry, product governance plays a crucial role in ensuring fair competition and consumer protection. This blog explores the significance of product governance in supermarket competitions …

Discover the pivotal role that Product Lifecycle tools play in optimising operations and enhancing efficiency within the telecommunications industry. Streamlining Product Development Processes Product Lifecycle tools are critical in the …

Lifecycle management can play a crucial role in optimising the lead to cash process by providing a structured framework for managing and nurturing leads and customers throughout their lifecycle journey …

Uncover why Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is critical for supermarket retailers to adopt. Maximising Efficiency with PLM Supermarkets, with their vast array of products ranging from fresh produce to packaged …

In today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, companies are making commitments to more sustainable and ethical practices. The extent to which such commitments are implemented successfully is also reflected on the …

Explore how airlines can leverage PLM tools like Skyjed to enhance their recovery and growth strategies post-pandemic. Understanding the Role of PLM Tools in Airline Recovery In the challenging post-pandemic …

Explore how telecommunication companies can optimise their operations through efficient lifecycle management solutions. Streamlining Operations with Lifecycle Management Telecommunication companies face numerous challenges in managing their operations efficiently. These include …

Lifecycle management can help reduce the reporting burden on board and senior management in several ways: Streamlined Processes: Lifecycle management involves the systematic planning, development, deployment, and retirement of assets, …

Watch our 1 minute Skyjed overview video here Recently, ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission) released findings from a review highlighting concerning trends in the performance of Choice superannuation options, …

In today's fast-paced landscape, the imperative to deliver products that not only meet customer expectations but also surpass competitors' offerings has never been more pronounced. In company Annual reports, there's …

Watch our Strategic Product Reviews webinar recording here Make 2024 a year defined by progress, innovation, and unparalleled monitored success. Chief Product Officers, Product leaders driving innovation in the maze …

Lifecycle management can drive revenues for your business by optimising customer relationships and maximising the value extracted from each customer throughout their journey with your company. Here's how: Customer Acquisition: …

For many Product Leaders and their teams, incorporating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors into their decision-making is still a not well understood task and a grey area. In this blog I …

Lifecycle management and governance (LCMG) is a holistic approach to managing products, services, and processes throughout their entire lifecycles. It encompasses all aspects of product development, from conception to end-of-life, …

When it comes to our Technology Solutions, I’m almost always thinking about who makes the buying decision across the technology tool stack, and of course, I’m particularly thinking about any …

As a COO and business leader, you are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of your company, including ensuring that different departments and teams are collaborating effectively. Collaboration is essential …

Watch our webinar recording here The Financial Services and Insurance industry operates in a dynamic and highly regulated environment, where the management of product data is crucial. Distributing financial products …

Skyjed is an AI-powered product lifecycle management SaaS platform that helps organisations manage their products from ideation to retirement and use to develop their product governance framework. At Skyjed, we …

As a Product Manager, few things are as exasperating as managing the relentless deluge of feature requests. However, what amplifies this challenge even further is the need to juggle these …

The offer and demand of sustainable products and services is gaining momentum, yet the main challenge is passing the numbers test (the P&L account must add up) and making sound …

Over the last 10-20 years, our habits have changed dramatically. Technology advancements have undoubtedly been one catalyst for this change, and I’m sure we all regularly ask ourselves if this …

In today's competitive market, it is more important than ever for product teams to build products that meet the needs of their customers. One way to do this is to …

In the dynamic world of product lifecycle management, every voyage comes with its fair share of smooth sailing and stormy seas. But what do you do when you find your …

Is your company offering or promoting sustainability-related financial products? Are you concerned with the risk of “greenwashing”? This has become a frequent scenario given the global rise in sustainable finance …

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, staying competitive and innovative is crucial for any organisation's success. For organisations seeking sustained growth and market dominance, product monitoring and reviews play a …

For too long, we have been adopting production and consumption patterns that violate the laws of nature and have contributed to deteriorate the environment in which we live and do …

The Importance of the Product Management Role In recent trends, we have seen companies eliminating product management roles. This is often done in an effort to save costs or to …

We're all typically working to ship that next round of enhancements, fixes, or at times, that new Product! So when do we ever schedule a Product Review, and if we …

As a product leader, I know compliance is an integral part of the job. Staying up-to-date with regulations and guaranteeing the safety and suitability of your products is not always …

Product lifecycle monitoring (PLM) is a critical component of Product Management, and is growing in significance amongst CEO's, Senior Product Leaders, and more broadly across Product teams. We're frequently hearing …

CEOs are constantly faced with challenges in today's fast-paced and ever-changing business world. The ever-changing regulatory landscape, dynamic market shifts, and disruptive technologies pose significant challenges, making it increasingly difficult …

Hello again, fellow product and compliance leaders! As the Head of Customer Success, I see the constant challenge between product and compliance teams; the difference in priorities and the lack …

In today's fast-paced and intricate business landscape, CEOs are constantly faced with unparalleled levels of complexity. The ever-changing regulatory landscape, dynamic market shifts, and disruptive technologies pose significant challenges, making …

London, UK – June 12, 2023 First digital solution for information sharing within insurance industry to meet fair value product requirements Skyjed, the leading SaaS lifecycle management company, has partnered …

Greetings, fellow tech entrepreneurs in Australia and the UK! Recently, I had the opportunity to attend an incredible event at Australia House with The Honourable Stephen Smith Australian High Commissioner …

So let's start with the common understanding that Product managers are responsible for ensuring that an organisation’s products are successful. Whilst this is true in most scenarios, it's also true …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jeff Gothelf Joins Skyjed as Advisor Paving the Way for Transforming Lifecycle Approach for Continuous Discovery & Lifecycle Management London 30th May 2023 Skyjed, a fast-growing product …

For Immediate Release London, United Kingdom - 23rd May 2023 Skyjed, a fast-growing provider of product lifecycle management software, and Productbeats, a global provider of product management resources, tools, and …

Today we are celebrating a huge milestone at Skyjed - reaching 100 clients on our lifecycle product management and governance platform. This achievement is a testament to our team's hard …

A Product Catalogue? What does this really mean? We can all align to some form of physical (or of course now digital) catalogue, where we can leaf through the page …

ASIC's recent report on product governance highlights the importance of ensuring that financial products are designed, distributed, and maintained in the best interests of customers. The report provides guidance for …

Hello there, fellow product and risk leaders! As the Head of Customer Success at Skyjed, I've had the pleasure of working with many of you to help you maximise the …

As a product manager, I've seen the importance of effective product lifecycle management firsthand. I was working on a product launch. We spent months doing market research, developing product features, …

ASIC urges banks to improve scam prevention measures and customer management as customers report over $550m in losses. A Product Governance first approach and the right product tool and framework …

As the Chief Product Officer at Skyjed, I am constantly on the lookout for ways to streamline and optimise our product lifecycle management and governance processes. I like to call …

We all have at various extents, been sceptical about product claims like ‘environmentally friendly’, ‘green’, or ‘sustainable’ and perhaps we are still understanding what they exactly mean. While we are …

When I thought about the headline for this post, I got rather excited in all honesty. It may not seem like much of an attention grabber, however, I immediately started …

Pricing practices are essential for organisations because they help determine the right price for their products or service fairly, with transparency and value at the core. A well-designed pricing strategy …

As a product leader with years of experience, I've realised that investing time and effort in establishing transparent governance for product management is crucial for success. This includes conducting regular …

A go-to-market strategy and product governance are crucial for any company to ensure its products succeed. In this blog, I'm sharing some of my thoughts on the importance of these …

For anyone I’ve had the pleasure of working with over the last few years, then I’m certain it will resonate when you hear me say “outcome over output”. There have …

As a product executive, I've seen firsthand the power of product-led growth. But to truly drive profitable revenue growth, it's not enough to simply focus on customer acquisition and retention …

How can Skyjed help organisations automate and uplift their compliance and product monitoring obligations or even better to know the health and performance of their products? Is it important to …

ASIC has released its latest enforcement and regulatory report including its enforcement priorities for 2023. This blog provides an overview of the key areas of focus with the ultimate goal …

As a leader, employee engagement and mental health are always at the forefront of my mind. Since November 2022, my team at Skyjed welcomed four new talented members, Simon, Mark, …

Who sent me that document about a risk on the Checkout page? I’m thinking about where did I save that? Did they send it to me by email? I’m trying …

There's a lot to cover in today's post and I have tried to structure it to point you to the areas that you are most interested in. How can Skyjed …

As a CEO, you are responsible for making strategic decisions that will impact your company's future. With limited resources and a constant stream of new ideas and initiatives, making informed …

As a Chief Product Officer (CPO), you play a crucial role in the success of your company's product strategy. However, with a busy schedule and numerous responsibilities, staying on top …

The Dilemma Facing Product Managers in Managing the Post-Release Assessment and Management of Products. As product managers, we are tasked with the daunting responsibility of bringing innovative and impactful products …

As a product manager, customer complaints are a crucial source of information that can help you understand your customers' pain points and improve the customer experience and overall product value …

During my now more than 10 years in various Product roles, rarely has it felt like there was a go to tool for me as a Product Manager or Leader …

Product management and governance is a complex and ever-evolving process. . Whether you're a startup or a multinational corporation, a strategic annual product review is an opportunity for product leaders …

When product lifecycle governance is used in conjunction with an agile framework, it provides a framework for product development and lifecycle management that is flexible and responsive to changing customer …

As a Chief Product Officer (CPO), you play a critical role in shaping your company's success. Not only are you responsible for delivering revenue growth, but you also need to …

Product governance is a great framework when you want to excel at strategic decision-making and balance growth with compliance. It enables you to understand your product across all stages of …

We often ask ourselves when is the best time to set new product goals and start fresh or re-evaluate existing goals. Whatever your product goals are for 2023, we have …

A path to delivering shareholder value, uplifting compliance, retention of deep knowledge, and risk/opportunity management. Back in April 2011, Heppelmann wrote an article in Forbes titled “Product Lifestyle Management: a …

Learn more about Skyjed's Tool Kit for effectively managing the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Design and Distribution Obligations or the Financial Conduct Authority's new Consumer Duty. The Australian Securities …

What is it, and why does it matter? To achieve product growth goals, it’s crucial to know your customers and be proactive about developing a plan for a fast-emerging area …

Solve for all product obligations including Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) with Skyjed. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released its corporate plan and will continue to take …

Need a hand scaling your product growth capability or building a team with a cloud-based tool kit and framework to drive product excellence, governance, and growth? See how you can …

I remember the first time I had to complete an Annual Product Review. Rewind 15+ years ago. It all started as a half day briefing session with a 100-page PowerPoint …

Digitising product development and lifecycle management are essential to help drive growth and keep ahead in the game. It's important to think about how to digitally transform your product lifecycle …

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has commenced issuing the first stop orders to three financial organisations over shortcomings in managing their products Target Market Determinations (TMDs) under the …

The pressure is on at this time of year, and when the growth strategy needs to be sharpened. There is no doubt that revenue is a key ingredient for growth …

Why product governance is a hot topic right now. For many product leaders, there is a sense of reality that the workload is never-ending. There are many reasons for that …

Why product monitoring and reviews are the biggest untapped opportunity for growth for product leaders.... In the dynamic world of business, change is the only constant for product teams. Companies …

Skyjed is delighted to be recognised as a finalist in the Tech Innovation of the Year category at the London 2022 Tech & Innovation Awards. It is exciting to be …

The role of the Chief Product Officer is more important than ever in enabling teams for growth How to cultivate a culture of innovation for product success "Innovation is the …

We often hear the importance of using data to make data-driven decisions or actionable insights. In practical terms, what does this really mean? You can have all the data and …

Organisations are increasingly being held accountable for the impact of their products and activities on the environment and society. We are witnessing a push by regulators from voluntary to mandatory …

Effective collaboration is key to ensuring product success and growth. If you are looking to boost revenue growth launching new products is key. Coupled with the right focus and capabilities …

The Digital-Transformation (DX) era has arrived. It’s no secret that the pandemic significantly increased the speed of digital transformation (DX) and highlighted the importance of adapting and accelerating the adoption …

I often get asked and reflect on what makes a high-performance team. How to nurture a product team to a high performing level? And what does it really mean in …

It’s no surprise that in our most recent Linked In poll 474 product leaders across a broad spectrum of industries ranked their number one priority for 2022 was to drive …

There is no doubt that as this decade progresses, investors, regulators, and the public are increasing their scrutiny of sustainability efforts and non-financial KPIs. Below is our short infographic which …

As markets evolve in these testing times, product managers can play a major role by leading the review of product revenue, forecasting costs, and generating a range of growth scenarios …

When was the last time you completed a 360-degree assessment of your product's health? When we talk about health, we're talking from a holistic point of view. Not just financial …

Digitising product development and lifecycle management are essential to help drive growth and keep ahead in the game. It's important to think about how to digitally transform your product lifecycle …

Remove the uncertainty around external factors using product discovery techniques. There are many risks when it comes to building products, but with enough intel, you’ll be able to forge ahead …

How an automated solution can help with the monitoring of your Target Market Determinations In our recent LinkedIn Poll in April 2022, we received 341 responses from various Product Management …

The external environment of businesses is in constant flux. It changes beyond our control. But by choosing to keep track of the external environment, you can keep on top of …

Let's talk about product prioritisation in Product Management. There are no ifs about it - in product, prioritisation can be quite challenging! The beauty of prioritisation when done right and …

We asked you answered. Our recent LinkedIn Poll uncovered that for 68% or 4.08 in 6 product leaders, ‘Resources & Stakeholder’ challenges keep them at night. This includes stakeholder management, …

Technology cycles are accelerating. Customer expectations are shifting and increasing. Product managers’ responsibilities are expanding. Organisations face a data deluge and increasing regulatory and compliance obligations. With anything new, there …

We asked Product Leaders on LinkedIn what their biggest challenges were as product professionals. 341 respondents completed the polls in April 2022 across various PM groups. These are the results …

Calling all Neobanks, Financial Institutions, Insurance, and Retail operators. Are you well-positioned with your Product Governance framework? The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) states that “Too many firms are not meeting …

We often hear the importance of using data to make data-driven decisions or actionable insights. In practical terms, what does this really mean? You can have all the data and …

The average product manager spends 52%* of their time firefighting, problem resolution, or issue resolution. This equates to about 2.5 days of your working week spent putting out fires and …

Calling all Product Leaders - Chief Product Officers, Heads of Product, and Senior Managers... Is your organisation prioritising accountable and responsible product lifecycle management also known as Product Governance? Product …

Pricing practises for today's Product Managers and Senior Managers One of the most important activities for a Product Manager is landing on a pricing strategy for your product or service …

No two days are the same... I remember quite some time ago (ok let’s just say it was the mid-90s) being fresh out of university and starting my first real …

Part 3 in our Product-Led Growth Series explores how you can shape your product concept in order to meet product governance requirements at the onset. Product managers' accountability is shifting …

In recent years, product governance, also known as PROD 4 or DDO, has become one of the most critical areas for product leaders to manage and streamline. For product-led businesses …

In part 1, we provided an overview of the key phases to product growth and the regulatory footprint in each phase that product leaders must cover. In part 2, we …

As you gear up for 2022, we look at how you can meet the challenges of an evolving product landscape and get better revenue growth from your product management and …

Product monitoring is fast becoming a critical priority for 2022 for businesses that want to grow revenue from product-led growth. Today, there are many tools available to help product managers …

Five years ago, I set a milestone for myself to step out of the corporate world. I had the vision to create a global software company, one with a strong …

Monitoring a product can be hugely time-consuming for product leaders, from scheduling them to chasing down financial data, customer complaints and manually doing trend analysis to see if you have …

Product Monitoring & Review Checklist In part 3 of this series, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to Product Monitoring and a checklist to ensure no steps are …

Simplify Product Monitoring with Workflows Part 2 of the Product Monitoring & Review Series looks at how product teams can transform their processes using product monitoring software with automated workflows …

Why Product Monitoring & Reviews Our Product Monitoring Series is split into three bite-sized parts to give you a 360 view of the topic. In this series, we explore the …

Are your products designed & operating in a way that is clear, fair and not misleading? Whether you're launching a new or enhancing an in-market product, developing a monitoring plan …

Product teams champion a customer-centric lifecycle governance approach to product management by incorporating a design, monitoring and improvement procedure throughout a product lifecycle. We have gathered some insights into what …

Why product governance is a hot topic right now. Product governance is a crucial topic for product leaders in today's landscape, where regulatory scrutiny and product regulations are rising. While …

Many organisations - strapped for time - decide to start their product governance in-house using spreadsheets, Word or PowerPoint. The idea is to start with a tactical solution and then …

We have all been there as product leaders - too busy to closely monitor a product and prepare for annual product reviews. The slide deck and meeting hell is all …

For many in product management, the idea of product lifecycle governance is new. After all, product management is an emerging profession globally and changing rapidly. For many of us, working …

What you need to know about customer complaints and product reviews across a product lifecycle. Customer complaints can be a critical indicator of the fit of your product for customer …

Streamline your product monitoring New digital features product teams can use to make monitoring and annual governance reviews more strategic. You are almost at the deadline. You have got your …

As Product teams become more agile, automation plays a key role in improving product monitoring and day to day activities. The FCA has recently warned insurance firms on the need …

In this Product Lifecycle Insight, we unearth how to master lifecycle governance the modern way. The power of effective product governance means you can make fast and efficient oversight decisions …

You have updated to agile product development, but lifecycle management lags? With the growing strategic importance of product lifecycle governance and increased regulations, it's little wonder that Chief Product Officers …

This month we’ve shipped several new features to Skyjed, including new Approval Controls and additional lifecycle management tools to manage version control of your Designs. These changes make it easier …

Skyjed was founded in 2017 with a vision to rethink product lifecycle management and enhance product trust. Fast-forward to 2021 with our changed economic conditions to an ever-increasing number of …

Why product monitoring and reviews are the biggest untapped opportunity for growth for product leaders.... Product monitoring and reviews are shaping up to be a major focus in 2022. Product …

For product teams, 2020 demanded a new level of lifecycle decision-making. To help explain how to improve your product lifecycle process, we share suggestions for getting started with Product Triggers …

With the DDO deadline fast approaching we are releasing some key feature enhancements to make driver selection and report exporting easier than ever. Please have a quick read below to …

If there is one gap I see in businesses of all shapes and sizes, it is the all-too-common lack of ownership of product end-to-end. Best practice product governance ensures each …

During product strategy setting and throughout a lifecycle - creating a space to understand regulatory requirements can be a lever for product growth. Product teams use a Target Market Determination …

Product governance capability within a business is still in its infancy for many Australian companies. Many of these roles are either located in compliance teams and not part of product …

The corner stone of Design & Distribution Obligations (DDO) compliance framework is the ability to effectively construct, distribute and monitor your Target Market Determinations (TMD). In this blog post, we …

Is your product monitoring passive or active? Want to improve how you monitor product characteristics? Over the years, Skyjed's Leica Ison has developed fast-paced product governance by 'taking the helicopter …

Do you find there’s widespread assumption that product lifecycle managers do not drive the growth and innovation agenda as much as new product development teams? Here are our thoughts on …

See how Skyjed is helping many financial organisations across the country meet the October 5 Design and Distribution Obligations deadline with a targeted DDO Essentials Package. We revealed recently that …

Boardroom Australia recently hosted a Design and Distributions Obligations (DDO) Workshop in their Sydney offices and our Chief Customer Officer Andrew Chamberlain was one of the speakers at this session …

Product growth requires product leaders to constantly monitor and fine-tune their action plans based on data and customer feedback. Continuous monitor, review and optimisation in audit framework ensure product managers …

Product lifecycle management has been evolving since the 1960s. In 2021, the discipline of managing product portfolios end-to-end is so relevant in our current dynamic as it helps organisations keep …

Product led Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) Compliance Following our blog post on the Design and Distribution Obligations checklist. We are going to explore how to conduct the mandated review …

When you are getting started in Product Management, there is a lot to come to grips with. In this blog, we will tackle monitoring and reviewing Product Strategy. Let's break …

Product Governance & Oversight Checklist for DDO Product governance and oversight ensure that your customers' interests take on central importance throughout your product lifecycle decisions. We have designed a Chief …

Product management tools are evolving faster than ever Product management and governance is essential to unlocking an effective growth strategy. Numerous product management tools help deal with increasingly specialised compliance, …

We recently wrote a blog piece on why product governance is so hard to get right. In that article, we revealed that the formula for better product governance is actually …

Our new Scheduler feature supports product managers with advanced monitoring of product governance. Product managers will be able to also include specifications of review types and information required with audit …

Following our blog post on the latest Design and Distribution Obligations update from ASIC's Deputy Chair Karen Chester, we are listing a DDO Summary and providing a 4 step guide …

ASIC Deputy Chair Karen Chester gave an address at the AFR Business Summit 2021 earlier this March and spoke about ASIC's new approach to enforcement. Here are some of the …

Why is product governance so hard to get right? The formula for better product governance actually starts with the understanding that not all products are equal. Products have hugely varying …

What does the Design Lifecycle Workspace do? The design lifecycle workspace feature in Skyjed automates the management of a product design, including the important areas of your product design obligations …

The corner stone of Design & Distribution Obligations (DDO) compliance framework is the ability to effectively construct, distribute and monitor your target market determinations (TMD). One of the biggest challenges …

The corner stone of Design & Distribution Obligations (DDO) compliance framework is the ability to effectively construct, distribute and monitor your target market determinations (TMD). Skyjed’s Leica and Andrew will …

This article first appeared in Investor Daily - ASIC’s new design and distribution obligations is expected to place pressure on super funds to shift their strategies and leadership structures. Skyjed …

We recently ran our webinar on implementing a technology solution to automate and organise Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) compliance. The topics covered: Regulators phasing out templated solutions globally (ie …

Why you should implement a technology solution to automate and organise Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) compliance: Regulators phasing out templated solutions globally (i.e. you will be implementing an obsolete …

A recent research report by the European Banking Authority (EBA) on product oversight and governance provides some useful insights for product management in 2021. This research surveyed 78 providers across …

No matter what industry you are in, the Chief Product Officer (CPO) role has never been more essential to innovation and profitable business growth. Demands on the position grows almost …

In this blog post, we list out the key points from ASIC’s final regulatory guide on the Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) regime. The guide clarifies that issuers and distributors …

Introducing Skyjed's Report Export Feature Our new Report Export feature enables product managers to create and share reports in minutes – in the format you choose. The export feature means …

Negative Target Market A significant design obligation from the Design and Distribution Obligations requires product issuers to make a target market determination (TDM) in relation to each of their products …

Why you should implement a technology solution to comply with Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO): Regulators phasing out templated solutions globally (i.e. you will be implementing an obsolete solution) Reduce …

There is now less than 12 months to get fully prepared for ASIC's Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) regime which commences on 5 October 2021. The design and distribution obligations …

We are starting a new blog series curating and listing the top product governance manager roles from around the world. Here are our top picks: London Product Governance & Oversight …

Update on Design and Distribution Obligations by Sean Hughes, ASIC Commissioner, At The 30th Annual Credit Law Conference, 26 October 2020 Summary: ASIC states the days of tick a box …

Good governance for product growth The recently released information paper by the Productivity Commission highlighted how there is increasing opportunity for deeper adoption of software-as-a-service for regulatory monitoring, reporting and …

A recently released information paper by the Productivity Commission has highlighted how there is scope for deeper adoption of software-as-a-service for regulatory monitoring, reporting and compliance. The Commission noted that …

Australian companies with annual revenues of more than $100 million need to prepare statements on how they are identifying and tackling the risks of modern slavery - which includes child …

ASIC's Design and Distribution Obligations may be the catalyst for greater Regtech adoption (Article by Skyjed CEO Leica Ison first appeared in Investor Daily.) It has been a wild ride …

How to Comply with the Commonwealth Modern Slavery Act 2018 Australian companies with annual revenues of more than $100 million need to prepare statements on how they are identifying and …

Introducing Skyjed's Risk Matrix Feature Our new risk matrix feature supports product managers with review monitoring of product risks. There is also an automated product risk report that saves valuable …

Is your product governance up to scratch? A framework for understanding how product governance links to value creation and customer trust in product portfolios. In our current times, Boards are …

One of our new enhanced features is the notification control which you can tailor to the team's specific needs. You can now set push-notifications to email for the following : …