90-Day Launch Plan

Phase 1: Foundation

Weeks 1-4

Team Formation

Establish a cross-functional implementation team with executive sponsorship and clear decision rights.

Baseline Assessment

Complete the CAP Readiness Assessment to identify your organization's starting position across all dimensions.

Quick Win Identification

Identify 2-3 high-impact, low-resistance initiatives that can demonstrate early value.

Phase 2: Alignment

Weeks 5-8

Knowledge Transfer Plan

Develop targeted capability development plans for the prioritized transformation initiatives.

Decision Framework

Design clear authority matrices and information flows to support implementation decisions.

Initiative Sequencing

Map interdependencies and establish the critical path for implementation activities.

Phase 3: Activation

Weeks 9-12

Capability Development

Launch priority skill-building activities and establish expert networks for ongoing development.

Insight Distribution

Implement the first elements of your insight visualization and distribution systems.

Feedback Mechanisms

Establish reinforcing feedback loops that capture learnings and accelerate improvements.

Phase 4: Scaling

Beyond 90 Days

Communities of Practice

Formalize knowledge sharing through structured communities to sustain and expand capabilities.

Decision Refinement

Optimize decision processes based on implementation learnings and changing requirements.

Self-Reinforcing Systems

Build capability ecosystems that naturally strengthen over time through structured connections.

Implementation Team Architecture

Executive Sponsor

Provides strategic direction and resources
Removes organizational barriers
Holds team accountable for outcomes

CAP Lead

Oversees day-to-day implementation
Coordinates across dimensions
Reports progress to sponsors

Dimension Champions

Lead specific dimension initiatives
Support cross-dimensional integration
Drive capability development in focus areas

Critical Success Factors

Executive Commitment

Secure visible, active leadership support with regular engagement throughout the implementation process.

Clear Value Proposition

Connect CAP initiatives directly to organizational priorities and articulate expected outcomes.

Early Wins

Build momentum through quick victories that demonstrate tangible benefits within 30-60 days.

Integration Focus

Prioritize connections between dimensions rather than implementing them in isolation.

Implementation Milestones

Milestone 1: Readiness Validated (Week 2)

CAP Readiness Assessment completed and priority focus areas identified across all three dimensions.

Milestone 2: Quick Win Achieved (Week 6)

First tangible improvement implemented and documented, with lessons captured for broader application.

Milestone 3: Framework Established (Week 10)

Core elements of all three dimensions functioning and initial metrics showing positive movement.

Milestone 4: Value Demonstrated (Week 12)

Quantifiable business outcomes achieved through the integrated application of the CAP Framework.

Frequently Asked Questions

What resources are required for a successful implementation?

Successful implementation typically requires a dedicated CAP Lead (0.5-1.0 FTE), Dimension Champions (0.25 FTE each), executive sponsor time (2-4 hours per week), and implementation team participation (2-4 hours per week per member). Additional resources may include training budgets, tool investments, and communication support.

How can we accelerate implementation if we have urgent transformation needs?

For accelerated implementation, consider: 1) Increasing resource allocation, 2) Focusing on just 1-2 high-impact initiatives, 3) Leveraging external expertise, and 4) Implementing Accessibility improvements first to enable faster value from existing capabilities. While the core timeline can be compressed to 60 days, this requires greater resource intensity.

How do we measure implementation success?

Track both implementation metrics (completion of milestones, team engagement, process adoption) and business outcome metrics (specific improvements in the five value areas outlined in the Framework-to-Value Connection). Early success is often measured through process improvements, while longer-term success ties directly to organizational performance indicators.

What are common implementation challenges and how can we address them?

Common challenges include competing priorities, resistance to change, and siloed implementation. Address these by securing explicit executive prioritization, developing clear value narratives for stakeholders, and establishing a cross-functional implementation team with regular integration touchpoints.

CAP Implementation Roadmap