Annual Planning
Ecosystem Team annual planning is the process of defining strategic goals and initiatives for the coming year, aligning them with the ecosystem's overall vision and objectives. It involves collaboration among various stakeholders to identify key priorities, allocate resources, and establish a plan that guides the Ecosystem Team throughout the year.
Goal
The outcome of annual planning is that the Ecosystem Team ensures delivery towards the strategic goals of the ecosystem and avoids solely focussing on incremental optimisations.
Context
There are always more ideas than resources. Annual planning is the process of deciding what to focus on and what to deprioritise. It is a critical process for ensuring that the Ecosystem Team is aligned with the strategic goals and that resources are allocated effectively.
Inputs
| Artifact | Description |
|---|---|
| Ecosystem Vision | A high-level and inspirational description of where the ecosystem will be in 5 - 10 years. |
| Ecosystem Strategy | A high-level plan for achieving the ecosystem vision within the next 1-3 years. |
| Market Insights | Insights from the analysis of the market and the competitive landscape. |
| Customer Insights | Insights from user research, customer feedback, and support tickets. |
| Product Performance Data | Data on the performance of the product, including usage, engagement, and customer satisfaction. |
| Continuous Forecasts | Forecasts of key metrics and KPIs for each of the products. |
Outputs
| Artifact | Description | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
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Anti-patterns
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