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Create or update a Wardley Map of the value chain. Maps user needs, components, evolution stages, and strategic gameplay.
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| name | wardley-map |
| description | Create or update a Wardley Map of the value chain. Maps user needs, components, evolution stages, and strategic gameplay. |
Visualize your value chain and make strategic decisions. Source: Simon Wardley.
Who is the map for? What scope?
What does the user need? Place at the top of the map (most visible).
What components are needed to serve those needs? Draw dependency lines top-down.
For each component:
| Stage | Characteristics | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis | Novel, uncertain, high failure rate | Explore, experiment, small teams |
| Custom | Better understood, bespoke builds | Build or partner, reduce uncertainty |
| Product | Standardized, feature competition | Buy or build competitively |
| Commodity | Utility, cost competition | Consume as service, don't differentiate here |
Mark components that are evolving (arrow pointing right). All components evolve over time.
Strategic options based on the map:
Update canvas/landscape.yml with components, evolution stages, movements, and gameplay options.
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