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Smartsheet
Product Improvement Medium Member-only

What improvements could be made to Smartsheet's mobile app to increase its functionality for on-the-go users?

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Product Management Improvement Question: Enhancing Smartsheet's mobile app functionality for project managers on the move

Introduction

To improve Smartsheet's mobile app functionality for on-the-go users, we need to carefully analyze user needs, pain points, and potential solutions. I'll outline a strategic approach to enhance the app's capabilities, focusing on increasing productivity and user satisfaction for mobile users.

Framework overview

I'll start by asking clarifying questions, then segment users, analyze pain points, generate solutions, evaluate and prioritize those solutions, and finally propose metrics for measuring success.

Step 1

Clarifying Questions (5 mins)

  • Looking at Smartsheet's position in the project management space, I'm thinking about its core value proposition. Could you help me understand what are the primary use cases and key features that mobile users rely on most frequently?

Why it matters: Determines which areas to focus on for improvement Expected answer: Task management, collaboration, and real-time updates Impact on approach: Would prioritize enhancing these core functionalities for mobile

  • Considering the nature of mobile usage, I'm curious about user behavior patterns. Can you share insights on how users typically interact with the mobile app compared to the desktop version? Are there specific actions or features that are more or less common on mobile?

Why it matters: Helps identify mobile-specific needs and limitations Expected answer: Mobile users focus more on quick updates and notifications Impact on approach: Would emphasize speed and ease of use in mobile-specific features

  • Given the competitive landscape in project management tools, I'm interested in Smartsheet's market position. How does our mobile app currently compare to competitors in terms of functionality and user satisfaction?

Why it matters: Identifies areas for differentiation and improvement Expected answer: Strong in some areas but lagging in mobile-specific features Impact on approach: Would focus on innovative mobile features to gain competitive edge

  • Thinking about Smartsheet's product lifecycle, where does the mobile app stand in terms of maturity and adoption? What are the key metrics driving this improvement initiative?

Why it matters: Determines if we should focus on user acquisition or retention Expected answer: Growing user base but room for improvement in engagement metrics Impact on approach: Would prioritize features that increase daily active users and session time

Tip

At this point, I'd like to take a 1-minute break to organize my thoughts before diving into the next step.

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Updated Jan 22, 2025