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Jan 14, 2026 · Product Management

Why B2B Companies Need Product Managers and How to Become a Product Expert

The article explains how digital transformation forces B2B firms to rely on product managers as business‑tech translators, then outlines a step‑by‑step career plan—including quarterly learning, market research, certifications, and networking—to evolve from a product specialist to a product expert.