
This collection of articles explores the possibilities and approaches to lead user analysis – those users who are at the forefront of technology advancement.
Latest Articles on Lead User Analysis

Where innovation opportunities come from: Lead users
This article explores the opportunities and dangers of using lead users for business ideas and innovations.

The risks of lead user analysis: The limitations of listening to lead users
Lead users can be a great source of input – but there are some limits to lead user analysis.

Lead user analysis: Approaches for learning from your lead users
This article explores key approaches for gaining insight into your products from lead users – from observations, questioning, and gaining their input into prototypes.

Where innovation opportunities come from: Lead users
This article explores the opportunities and dangers of using lead users for business ideas and innovations.

The risks of lead user analysis: The limitations of listening to lead users
Lead users can be a great source of input – but there are some limits to lead user analysis.

Lead user analysis: Approaches for learning from your lead users
This article explores key approaches for gaining insight into your products from lead users – from observations, questioning, and gaining their input into prototypes.