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Product Management Improvement Question: Urban dog waste management solutions diagram

Asked at Apple

15 mins

How would you solve Dog Poop problem?

Product Improvement Medium Member-only
Problem-Solving User Segmentation Solution Prioritization Pet Care Urban Development Environmental Services
Product Improvement Urban Planning Waste Management Smart Cities Behavioral Change

Introduction

The Dog Poop problem is a significant issue affecting urban environments, public health, and community well-being. As we explore solutions to this challenge, we'll need to consider various stakeholders, technological innovations, and behavioral changes. I'll approach this problem systematically, focusing on user needs, pain points, and potential solutions that can create lasting impact.

Step 1

Clarifying Questions (5 mins)

  • Who are the primary stakeholders affected by the dog poop problem?

Why this matters: Identifying stakeholders helps focus our solution efforts. Hypothetical answer: Dog owners, non-dog owners, city officials, and sanitation workers. Impact: Shapes our user segmentation and pain point analysis.

  • What current solutions exist, and why are they insufficient?

Why this matters: Helps avoid reinventing the wheel and identifies improvement areas. Hypothetical answer: Existing solutions include fines, public bins, and awareness campaigns, but compliance remains low. Impact: Guides our solution generation towards addressing gaps in current approaches.

  • Are there any specific geographic or demographic factors influencing this problem?

Why this matters: Allows for tailored solutions based on local context. Hypothetical answer: Urban areas with high population density and limited green spaces face more severe issues. Impact: Influences our user segmentation and solution prioritization.

  • What data is available on the scale and impact of the dog poop problem?

Why this matters: Quantifies the problem and helps measure potential solution impact. Hypothetical answer: City reports show 30% of public complaints relate to dog waste, with associated health and environmental costs. Impact: Informs our metrics and measurement approach.

Based on these hypothetical answers, I'll assume we're focusing on urban environments with a mix of dog owners and non-dog owners, where existing solutions have had limited success.

Tip

At this point, you can ask interviewer to take a 1-minute break to organize your thoughts before diving into the next step.

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