/ˈsiː.diː.diː/
Definition
A methodology in which the product roadmap is dictated entirely by whatever technology buzzword was most loudly applauded at the last industry conference. Prioritizes slide decks, keynote alignment, and the illusion of innovation over anything remotely resembling user needs.
Common Manifestations
- Strategic pivots made mid-flight after someone returns from a tech summit with a branded tote bag and “inspiration.”
- Project goals redefined as “thought leadership opportunities.”
- Demos built primarily for conference stages, not customers.
- Internal meetings beginning with “I saw this amazing talk on…” and ending with “…so we’re re-architecting everything in Rust.”
- “Learning budgets” mysteriously funding week-long trips to Vegas.
Usage Example
“We weren’t planning to adopt blockchain until the CTO’s CDD sprint after TechFront 2025.”
HR Guidance
Encourage CDD as part of the company’s Innovation Theatre program. While no deliverables will emerge, morale, travel expenses, and LinkedIn activity will skyrocket.