Business Planning Checklist
A practical checklist for moving from idea to an operating plan.
Working record
| Check | What to do | Evidence to retain |
|---|---|---|
| Customer problem | State which customer group the decision concerns and what it needs to accomplish. Distinguish observed feedback from an internal assumption. | Account segment, observed need and supporting evidence. |
| Offer definition | Write the promised outcome, included work and exclusions. Confirm who the offer serves and what the customer must provide. | The offer definition record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
| Revenue model | State how the business charges, how often payment occurs and which volumes support the forecast. | The revenue model record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
| Delivery model | Map how the promised work is completed, by whom and with which resources. Identify capacity limits. | The delivery model record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
| Financial assumptions | Record prices, volumes, cost estimates and payment timing. Label estimates and the evidence that could change them. | The financial assumptions record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
Review the decision
A practical checklist for moving from idea to an operating plan. Keep customer problem, offer definition, revenue model attached to the conclusion so the next owner can challenge the assumptions. Resolve missing evidence before treating this record as approval.
Continue the decision
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Calculation and source notes
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Content updated: October 11, 2026