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Why Startups Need a Discovery Phase Before Development Begins

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By LegrescaTech Expert & Industry Thought Leader
📅Jul 22, 2025
⏱️10 min read
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Why Startups Need a Discovery Phase Before Development Begins
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Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers. Find quick solutions to common queries below.

Most founders think they know. Discovery usually proves they know the vision but not the workflow details and edge cases. If you skip it, you’ll pay later through rework.

No. Discovery is more important when budgets are tight because you can’t afford waste.

At least: ICP + problem statement, core workflow map, MVP scope cuts, basic wireframe flow, success metric. Anything less and you’re guessing.

No. It guarantees you won’t waste time building nonsense. Success still depends on market demand and execution.

Immediately after you have: MVP scope locked, workflow validated, phases defined, success metrics agreed. That’s when development becomes efficient.

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