Product Owner in SAFe focuses on tactical execution, representing the customer at the team level and ensuring value delivery in each iteration.
Key responsibilities of a Product Owner include managing the team backlog, breaking down features into user stories, and collaborating with the development team.
Product Manager in SAFe operates at a strategic level, managing the Program Backlog, driving vision, strategy, and roadmap for the product.
SAFe distinguishes between the Product Manager and Product Owner roles to allow specialization, collaboration, and effective scaling of Agile in large enterprises.