The topic of product management is crucial for the success of all companies and for achieving and maintaining a certain market position in the long term. General books on product management often fail to meet the specific needs of the software industry. This book, written by experienced practitioners and leaders from diverse backgrounds (hardware and software manufacturers, service providers, IT consulting, users), explores the subject of software product management from various perspectives. It takes into account that products in this environment consist of a complex interplay of standard and custom software with services. Target audiences: product managers, developers, users, manufacturers, service providers.