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May 17, 20244 min read
Embracing the 88% Failure Rate: How Top Experimentation Programs Drive Outsized Returns
If you run an experimentation program, get ready for a shocking statistic: 88% of A/B tests fail to achieve a statistically significant win.
May 8, 20243 min read
The Crucial Role of User Research in Product Development
User researchers help companies create products that truly meet user needs and deliver exceptional experiences
Apr 26, 20242 min read
Product Development Life Cycle - Analytics
In the last phase of the Product Development Life Cycle, Analytics is used both as a way to look back and a way to look forward
Apr 26, 20241 min read
Product Development Life Cycle - Experimentation
Experimentation is a critical step that will determine the measurement by which we we will evaluate success of the feature.
Apr 25, 20243 min read
Product Development Life Cycle - Engineering
In Phase 4 of the Product Development Life Cycle, we build and QA the design concepts and prototypes created in the Design Stage.
Apr 23, 20241 min read
Product Development Life Cycle - Design
In Phase 3 of the Product Development Life Cycle, we create design concepts and prototypes of the items chosen in the Prioritization Stage
Apr 23, 20241 min read
Product Development Life Cycle - Prioritization
In Phase Two of the Product Development Life Cycle, the goal is to prioritize the opportunities from the Analytics and Insights stage.
Apr 21, 20241 min read
Product Development Life Cycle - Research and Insights
In Phase One of the Product Development Life Cycle, the goal is to identify the largest areas of opportunity for improvement and growth.
Apr 11, 20241 min read
Improving The Quality of Data Insights
Organizations have unlimited amounts of data at their fingertips, but still thirsty for insights.
Apr 5, 20242 min read
Introducing The Zilker Trail Digital Product Development Life Cycle
Brian Cahak draws inspiration from the success of Formula 1 and Toyota to introduce an operating system for the digital product life cycle
Apr 2, 20243 min read
Choosing a KPI: A Strategic Approach
Here’s a guide to help you choose a KPI that aligns with your goals and responsibilities.
Mar 25, 20241 min read
How to Maximize The Value of Data Scientists
In Part 3 of our SXSW 2024 recap, founder Brian Cahak discusses the common phenomenon where companies hire teams of brilliant data...
Mar 23, 20241 min read
Tips to Maximize Success When Introducing New Tools
In Part 2 of our SXSW 2024 recap, Zilker Trail Founder Brian Cahak shares recommendations for companies looking to optimize their success...
Feb 15, 20241 min read
GPS Explained
Zilker’s GPS Growth Model is a repeatable framework built on compounding feedback loops that incorporates brand, customer and business...
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