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A checklist for what needs to be true before a program formally kicks off.
From the insight: Program Planning Isn't Project PlanningFormats
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At a Glance
Category
Checklists
Difficulty
Foundational
Estimated Setup
15 min
Primary Owner
Technical Program Manager
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Typical Usage
Used During
Primary Owner
Technical Program Manager
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Review Frequency
Per program
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Practical Tip
Do not kick off before the charter and canvas are agreed.
Practitioner Notes
Experience
Kickoffs without outcome agreement become feature-listing sessions.
Recommendation
Validate the charter before the kickoff meeting.
Tip
Use the checklist to keep the kickoff focused on decisions.
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