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MVP Planning Template
Use this template to define the first useful version of a SaaS product.
Who this is for
Founders, product owners, and technical PMs scoping a first release.
When to use it
Before writing specs, hiring builders, or committing to a full product roadmap.
Template
MVP Planning Template Product name: Target user: Problem: Current alternative: Why would users switch? Main promise: First workflow: Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Must-have features: 1. 2. 3. Nice-to-have features: 1. 2. 3. What can wait: 1. 2. 3. Pricing idea: Free plan: Paid plan: Premium plan: Success metric: What proves people want this? What can be tested in 30 days? What should not be built yet?
Closing note
The first version should prove the product can solve a real problem. Do not build every idea first. Build the workflow that creates value.
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