Assessment model
Assess your scaling readiness qualitatively against four levels of maturity. There is no score and no benchmark — the point is an honest read and a direction to improve in.
- Level 1 — Ad hoc: handled reactively and inconsistently, with little documentation or ownership.
- Level 2 — Developing: some structure exists, but it is uneven and depends on particular individuals.
- Level 3 — Defined: a consistent, documented approach with clear owners and basic measurement.
- Level 4 — Optimised: measured, regularly reviewed and continuously improved, and it informs decisions.
Evaluation criteria
Reflect on each criterion and place it against the four levels above.
- A scaling plan is tied to demand and timed sensibly.
- There is capacity and budget headroom for the change.
- The process holds up under higher (or lower) volume.
- Risk controls cover the change period.
- A communication plan supports the people affected.
- The plan keeps some flexibility and reversibility.
Common gaps
- Scaling by instinct rather than a modelled plan.
- No budget or capacity headroom for the change.
- A process that cracks under volume.
- No plan for a downturn or reversal.
Improvement recommendations
- Model the scale up or down before committing.
- Confirm capacity and budget headroom.
- Stress-test the process at the new volume.
- Add risk controls for the change period.
- Communicate clearly and keep flexibility.
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