Baseline Project

The Baseline Assessment (BLA) allows a TM to determine exactly where their program needs to enter into the model. A BLA is a detailed review of a technology program, and should be conducted and managed as a project within itself.

Create Project Plan

One strength of Decision Point is the ability to identify and develop a distinct set of steps and deliverables items that progress a project to its next development phase.

Conduct Gate Review

Gate reviews are formal reviews designed to asses the current project maturity and its progress towards the next phase. The TPGR will assist in determining whether or not the program in progress will meet the customer’s needs for form, fit, and function, as well as give a clear “Go/No-Go”.

Manage Portfolio

An over-arching view of current projects currently under development allows Portfolio Managers to identify trends, clusters, and gaps observed in the Project distribution. This view allows the Portfolio Manager to guide Project Managers in ways that will standardize processes and increase confidence in programs.

Stage-Gate Process

A Stage-Gate process gives users defined stages composed of activities and tasks through the life of the technology development. Each of the defined stages is evaluated as input criteria for planning and approval to proceed to the next stage.

Find Example Templates

Decision Point provides a well-defined set of deliverables that may be customized for each user.