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Hidden costs of moving too fast in product development

Startups and teams face invisible costs when prioritizing speed over deliberate decision-making. The tradeoff between velocity and technical/organizational debt is poorly understood until damage accumulates. This surfaces as a recurring concern in startup and engineering communities.

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