The concept of composite attributes comes from data modeling and can be used in product development to turn unhelpful goals into powerful motivators.
Recognizing something as a composite attribute can invite consideration of the parts that comprise the larger whole, and discussion can be facilitated to explore the composite attribute and identify supporting attributes.
Craft each supporting attribute into something that can be measured, which will increase clarity, expose misunderstandings, and unlock creativity as you look toward your goals.
Use a Liberating Structure called MinSpecs to come up with a list of all the possible attributes that could support the composite attribute and eliminate any that could be ignored while it’s possible to still achieve the composite attribute.
Once you have a handful of supporting attributes, running experiments is a great way to unlock the creativity of your team and learn your way toward the composite attribute.
The Evidence-Based Management framework describes effective goals, an iterative approach to make progress, and a set of Key Value Areas that empirically illuminate your current and desired realities.
Collaboratively adapting is a way to embody the qualities that will make your product development successful.