This option reflects the format of the design challenge statement. A design challenge statement is a statement that frames the problem to be solved in a human-centered and open-ended way. It typically follows the format of "How might we (HMW) + user + need + outcome". It helps inspire and guide the ideation and solution generation process. https://trailhead.salesforce.com/en/content/learn/modules/salesforce-strategy-designer-certification-prep/write-a-design-challenge-statement

The best way to gain alignment from a key decision maker who is neutral or detracting from a project is to set up a conversation with them to name the challenge and listen to their objections, as this shows respect and empathy and allows for mutual understanding and feedback. Asking the sponsor to speak to them on behalf of the project or emailing them reiterating project status may not address their concerns or motivations effectively.

The best focus for testing efforts to determine whether to produce a product at scale is desirability, viability, and feasibility, which are the three key dimensions of design thinking that evaluate whether a product is desirable for users, viable for business, and feasible for technology. Novelty, privacy, and potential to go viral or competitive advantage, impact, and own ability are not comprehensive enough to cover all aspects of design thinking.