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CU001CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have achieved revenue from the customer types you expected1
CU002CUSTOMERSearly revenueExperience & Time to ValueYour customers are renewing their purchases2
CU003CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour customers understand the purpose of your business. (not just your product features).3
CU004CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou understand the jobs that customers give to your product and services. How they use it.4
CU005CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have a clear and validated understanding of the problems your best customers are actively trying to solve, and how they prioritise them.5
CO005COMMUNITYearly growthPurpose & ContributionYour company has a formal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy outlining intentions and commitments to the local community?5
CU006CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour customers understand the unexpected gains they get from working with you, beyond the core job your product does.6
CO006COMMUNITYearly growthPurpose & ContributionYou provide financial or resource support to community projects aligned with your industry/purpose6
CO007COMMUNITYearly growthInclusion & Fair AccessYou offer trainings for all employees on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion7
CU007CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou understand Your Ideal Customer Profiles (ICP)7
CO008COMMUNITYearly growthLocal Economic ParticipationDo you have a policy in place to support local suppliers and small businesses in your supply chain?8
CU008CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou understand the operational impact of your product and services on all Your customers8
CU009CUSTOMERSearly revenueExperience & Time to ValueYou have means of capturing and measuring customer value across all accounts - (and CSAT)9
CO009COMMUNITYearly growthEthical Supply & StewardshipYou have an Ethical sourcing policy in place. Screening Significant suppliers for Good governance.9
CO010COMMUNITYsustainable growthPurpose & ContributionYou have introduced an employee volunteering program for community engagement. During paid hours10
CU010CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have built a steel thread internal operational connection from customer feedback and value, into your GTM messaging and cadence. (From Sales and Partners).10
CU011CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour stakeholders can access a consistent planned cadence of content about you and your services through your website and at least one social media channel.11
CO011COMMUNITYsustainable growthInclusion & Fair AccessYou periodiclly review the composition of your board and executive team as representing diversity in your community: (can be neuro diversity, gender; membership of under-represented social groups);11
CU012CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have a clear, evidence-based understanding of your customer buying cycles, and have aligned your sales process to it.12
CO012COMMUNITYsustainable growthInclusion & Fair AccessYou have a policy for equitable access to your products/services for underserved user communities.12
IN056SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueStrategic Alignment & IntentYou have a clearly defined pipeline and stage model that supports consistent qualification and reliable forecasting.13
CO013COMMUNITYsustainable growthInclusion & Fair AccessYou conduct anonymous or "blind" application reviews in initial hiring rounds without attaching names or identifiable characteristics13
CU013CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour sales team understands and consistently applies your qualification criteria in your sales opportunities. And you differentiate qualified vs not in your pipeline.13
CU014CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have account strategies in place (inc. Loss leading / or not) for all accounts14
CO014COMMUNITYsustainable growthEthical Supply & StewardshipYou have implemented a sustainable procurement strategy to prioritize eco-friendly suppliers?14
CO015COMMUNITYsustainable growthEthical Supply & StewardshipYou regularly review Significant Supplier Compliance with all local regulations, including those related to social and environmental performance15
CU015CUSTOMERSearly revenueTrust & ReliabilityYou have embedded a clear Pricing policy with sales staff across all accounts and deals.15
CU016CUSTOMERSearly revenueTrust & ReliabilityYou have cyber security and data protection policies in place for customers16
CO016COMMUNITYsustainable growthInclusion & Fair AccessYou have conducted a pay equity analysis by gender, race/ethnicity, or other demographic factors (age, socio background) and, if necessary, implemented equal compensation improvement plans.16
CO017COMMUNITYsustainable growthLocal Economic ParticipationYou are paying Corporation tax to Government17
CU017CUSTOMERSearly revenueTrust & ReliabilityYou have standard customer agreements in place.17
CU018CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have staff dedicated to managing the customer sales cycle18
CO018COMMUNITYsustainable growthInclusion & Fair AccessYou set goals to ensure your workplace policies promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, benefiting both employees and the wider community?18
CO019COMMUNITYsustainable growthLocal Economic ParticipationTwo thirds of the workforce lives within daily commuting distance of your Company main hubs19
CU020CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou and your customers understand the alternatives/competitors to your solution19
CO020COMMUNITYsustainable growthPurpose & ContributionYou actively partner/invest with local charities, schools, or social enterprises to support community initiatives20
CU021CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou review monthly active users (or relevant usage Metrics) trends across Your Customers20
CU022CUSTOMERSearly revenueExperience & Time to ValueYou have established an effective inclusive forum for Product / Service direction decisions that include Qualitative and Quantitive inputs for Customer value and technical effort and prioritisation21
CO021COMMUNITYthriving maturityImpact, Transparency & AccountabilityYou have measured the social or economic impact of your company's community engagement efforts in the past 12 months21
CO022COMMUNITYthriving maturityLocal Economic ParticipationYour company invests in skills development programs for disadvantaged or underrepresented groups in your community22
CU023CUSTOMERSearly revenueAutomation & AI LeverageYou have rigourous (and automated)Regression testing in place in Your Release cycles.22
CU024CUSTOMERSearly revenueAutomation & AI LeverageYou have experimented with AI tools to streamline Customer onboarding and Support (Chatbots, autorouting)23
CO023COMMUNITYthriving maturityImpact, Transparency & AccountabilityYou publicly report your community contributions (e.g., donations, partnerships, volunteer hours vs Total revenue) in your annual reports or website.23
CO024COMMUNITYthriving maturityImpact, Transparency & AccountabilityYou have mechanisms for engaging with community stakeholders should they have concerns.24
CU025CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have customers that would be upset if Your product did not exist24
IN001SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueStrategic Alignment & IntentYour shareholders have a clear understanding of the purpose and long-term vision of your business25
IN002SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou have a structured process for keeping shareholders informed about company performance26
IN003SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou have defined and documented the rights and responsibilities of your shareholders. (Incl. ESOP for Staff)27
IN004SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueGovernance & Decision QualityYou have a monthly management exec committee / leadership meeting to review performance & resource allocation28
IN005SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueGovernance & Decision QualityYou have a written code of ethics and an anti-corruption policy.29
IN006SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueFinancial Governance & HealthYou track your business cash position on a monthly basis30
IN007SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueGovernance & Decision QualityYou have structured monthly ExCo KPIs - MRR, LTV, CAC, Burn,Churn Rate, NRR.31
IN008SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueFinancial Governance & HealthYou have mapped out your break-even path and communicated it to shareholders32
IN009SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueGovernance & Decision QualityYou have a process to identify key risks to shareholder value and implement mitigation strategies.33
IN010SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou have allocated at least 10% of equity to an ESOP to attract / retain top talent.34
IN011SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueFinancial Governance & HealthYou understand the profitability of your deals. Contribution Margin and Pricing strategy. (impacting your break-even point).35
IN012SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueFinancial Governance & HealthYou have learnt what works or doesn't in your revenue forecasts and have transparency in your methods36
IN013SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueCompetitive Advantage & DefensibilityYou have created and review a short list key actions to create a competitive moat for your product / service.37
PA001PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have informal arrangements with other businesses to help win business38
PA002PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have formalised arrangements into Partnership agreements39
PA003PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have established a policy for deal sharing with Partners (referrals %)40
PA004PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Alignment & Mutual ValueYou understand and articulate the expected WIN WIN impact and value you can have on and with your Partners.41
PA005PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Alignment & Mutual ValueYour partners understand the Purpose of your business.42
PA006PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionPartners contribute to your growth by generating and progressing new customer opportunities.43
PA007PARTNERSearly revenuePartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have been introduced to new customers through your Partners44
ST001STAFFearly revenueWorkforce Planning & HiringYou have a staff recruitment process able to fill positions when you need them45
ST002STAFFearly revenueDevelopment & EngagementYou have a annual training and development budget in place46
ST003STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou have a policy for deal share revenue / equity options with teams47
ST004STAFFearly revenueWorkforce Planning & HiringYou have a diversity , equity and inclusion policy in place.48
ST005STAFFearly revenueWorkforce Planning & HiringYou review and control Permanent vs Contractor employee type mix in your business49
ST006STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou have regular formal performance review processe in place with all staff50
ST007STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou have Performance targets agreed with all staff that include both business and individual needs.51
ST008STAFFearly revenueWorkforce Planning & HiringYou review Time-to-fill and Quality effectiveness in your hiring processes52
ST009STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureAll of your staff are clear on the purpose of your business.53
ST010STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureAll of role candidates are clear on the purpose of your business54
ST011STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureYour staff are all aware of your company's strategic objectives.55
ST012STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureYou discuss and review progress vs your company objectives regularly56
ST013STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou have articulated and shared an Organisational chart of your business showing clear lines of authority and decision making.57
ST014STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou review and improve your org chart, using it in hiring decisions and hiring processes, and to check for Silos and 1-2-1 load on team leads and leadership58
ST015STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou periodically review a network map of your business, showing interactions across teams, and where / who is connected with external stakeholders.59
ST016STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureYou have a Exco/board member nominated responsible for Staff development and value60
ST017STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureYou have clear grievance procedures in place for staff, and track frequency of occurence61
ST018STAFFearly revenueCapability & Responsible AIThe business encourages staff to experiment with AI tools but visibly, with clear boundaries on what data can be used and where human judgement remains essential..62
ST019STAFFearly revenueWorkforce Planning & HiringYou have an employee referral scheme in place and embedded with Staff63
ST020STAFFearly revenueAlignment & CultureYou and your staff have established a set of company values to set standards in behaviour64
ST021STAFFearly revenuePerformance & CollaborationYou have role descriptions in place for all roles in the business with clear lines of authority65
CO001COMMUNITYearly revenuePurpose & ContributionYou have identified Community/Environmental/ or SDG benefits aligned to your business purpose.66
CO002COMMUNITYearly revenueLocal Economic ParticipationYou have created Net positive number of full/part time jobs for staff from your local community in the last 12 months.67
CO003COMMUNITYearly revenueInclusion & Fair AccessYou include a statement in all your job postings with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion68
CU048CUSTOMERSsustainable growthTrust & ReliabilityYou comply to customer supply chain disclosure standards. (ESG)69
CO004COMMUNITYearly revenueInclusion & Fair AccessYou have a diversity , equity and inclusion policy in place.69
EN001ENVIRONMENTearly revenueGovernance & Accountability.You have a formal environmental sustainability policy in place? Aligned with UK best practices. (waste, water, single use plastics etc)70
CU049CUSTOMERSsustainable growthAutomation & AI LeverageYou have fully automated Product testing and release processes with transparency collaboration across teams70
CU050CUSTOMERSsustainable growthExperience & Time to ValueYou consistently review CSAT and implement actions to improve this.71
EN002ENVIRONMENTearly revenueMeasurement & DisclosureYou periodically measure and report Scope 1 emissions (direct emissions from company-owned/controlled assets)71
CU051CUSTOMERSsustainable growthExperience & Time to ValueYou systemically review how to improve Time to Value for your Customers72
EN003ENVIRONMENTearly revenueMeasurement & DisclosureYou periodically measure and report Scope 2 emissions (indirect emissions from purchased electricity, offices)?72
CU052CUSTOMERSsustainable growthAutomation & AI LeverageYour customer onboarding & enablement processes are automated and frictionless73
EN004ENVIRONMENTearly revenueMeasurement & DisclosureYou periodically measure and report Scope 3 emissions, including business travel, Cloud services and supply chain impact?73
EN005ENVIRONMENTearly revenueSustainable OperationsYou have set waste, recycling targets across your operations74
CU053CUSTOMERSsustainable growthAutomation & AI LeverageYour customer support processes are automated and frictionless74
CU054CUSTOMERSsustainable growthAutomation & AI LeverageYour billing process is painless for your customers75
CU019CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou understand and manage all of the operational data you need in the Customer journey - (in a CRM system)75
CU055CUSTOMERSsustainable growthAutomation & AI LeverageYou use AI-driven prioritisation and predictive insights to identify customer risk, opportunities, and service improvements before issues are reported.76
CU026CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou regularly measure Time to Value for your Customers.76
CU027CUSTOMERSearly growthBrand & Market VisibilityYou communicate the value and impact of your offering clearly, and consistently reinforce it through your marketing, sales conversations, and customer evidence (e.g. case studies).77
CU056CUSTOMERSsustainable growthExperience & Time to ValueYou have an NRR of over 115%77
CU028CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou regularly gather customer feedback on your Marketing output. And make adjustments where needed.78
CU057CUSTOMERSthriving maturityExperience & Time to ValueYou regularly review and innovate to improve your offering development, test and release processes.78
CU029CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have Win / Loss reviews that include all GTM teams. (Including Customer non-renewals).79
CU058CUSTOMERSthriving maturityExperience & Time to ValueCustomers can easily self service data on the impact and value of your products and services.79
CU059CUSTOMERSthriving maturityEcosystem & Value AmplificationYour customers have contionuous access to other customer's stories to help them maximise value.80
CU030CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou recognise customer value as a data point in relevant Staff performance reviews80
CU060CUSTOMERSthriving maturityAutomation & AI LeverageYou are able to derive new business value from the data you have captured along the customer journey81
CU031CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYour customers are consistently and rapidly enabled in using your products and services81
CU061CUSTOMERSthriving maturityAutomation & AI LeverageYou are able to capture new feature requests automatically from customers.82
CU032CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueThe business collects & publishes customer satisfaction rates in a systematic way ?82
CU062CUSTOMERSthriving maturityEcosystem & Value AmplificationYour customers consistently collaborate with each other in maximising value from you products and services.83
CU033CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou have NPS / CSAT scores of +80%. or 4+ out of 5.83
CU063CUSTOMERSthriving maturityAutomation & AI LeverageYou are using AI to personalise product experiences or recommend features/content based on user behaviour?84
CU034CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou have processes to review and improve Customer impact and value across all customers84
CU064CUSTOMERSthriving maturityExperience & Time to ValueYou are able to automatically suggest new value to customers from their activity profile.85
CU035CUSTOMERSearly growthAutomation & AI LeverageYou have implemented AI in a number of core processes: For example your CI/CD pipeline - automation to improve coding, testing and release cycles. And performance monitoring85
CU036CUSTOMERSearly growthTrust & ReliabilityYou have ISO accredited Information security standards compliance policies in place for customers86
CU037CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou have a net retention rate (NRR) of over 100%87
CU038CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowIt is easy for your customers to understand and access new features in Products and Services88
CU039CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour customers understand the process by which new features / changes can be requested.89
CU040CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have clear and formal accountabilities set for new product feature release processes.90
EN006ENVIRONMENTearly growthSustainable OperationsYour company uses or purchases renewable energy (e.g., solar, wind, green energy credits) for data centers and corporate offices?91
CU041CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have implemented clear data accountability across teams in the customer cycle. (manifested in your CRM for example)91
EN007ENVIRONMENTearly growthEnvironmental Awareness & RiskYou have conducted a risk assessment to understand how environmental factors impact your business. - Supply chains.92
CU042CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYour Pricing policy is transparent, aligned to value delivered and easy to understand for all customers.92
EN008ENVIRONMENTearly growthEthical Supply & StewardshipYou have implemented a sustainable procurement strategy to prioritize eco-friendly suppliers93
CU043CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have a regular formal cadence for reviewing pricing policy vs Customer ROI.93
EN009ENVIRONMENTearly growthEnvironmental Awareness & RiskYou conduct employee awareness training on sustainability and environmental responsibility94
CU044CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou connect customer impact and value data with your Product - Services strategy94
EN010ENVIRONMENTearly growthSustainable OperationsYou have introduced a staff program for reducing commuting emissions (e.g., cycle-to-work scheme, low carbon travel)?95
CU045CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou consistently test the Quality standards in your Sales Pipeline Mgt. for accuracy.95
EN011ENVIRONMENTearly growthMeasurement & DisclosureYou track and publicly disclose Scope 1 emissions (direct emissions from company-owned assets)96
CU046CUSTOMERSearly growthTrust & ReliabilityYou have 99.8% uptime for your Product / Service.96
CU047CUSTOMERSearly growthAutomation & AI LeverageYou have experimented with AI to generate insights from customer feedback, product usage, or support tickets97
EN012ENVIRONMENTearly growthMeasurement & DisclosureYou track and publicly disclose Scope 2 emissions (indirect emissions from purchased electricity)?97
EN013ENVIRONMENTearly growthMeasurement & DisclosureYou track and publicly disclose Scope 3 emissions, including business travel and supply chain impact?98
IN014SHAREHOLDERSearly growthStrategic Alignment & IntentYou have found Product/Market fit.98
EN014ENVIRONMENTearly growthMeasurement & DisclosureYou disclose all your environmental performance metrics in accordance with a recognised framework (e.g., TCFD, GRI, SASB, CDP)?99
IN015SHAREHOLDERSearly growthStrategic Alignment & IntentYou understand your TAM, specific to your company not just type of company99
EN015ENVIRONMENTearly growthSustainable OperationsYou have implemented a business travel policy that prioritizes lower-carbon options (e.g., virtual meetings, trains over flights, SAF) requiring air travel justification?100
IN016SHAREHOLDERSearly growthCompetitive Advantage & DefensibilityYou have filed a provisional patent for your core technology and are working on additional IP protections.100
IN017SHAREHOLDERSearly growthGovernance & Decision QualityYou have a board of directors, one that includes at least one independent, non-executive member101
IN018SHAREHOLDERSearly growthShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou have discussed and aligned with shareholders on future exit intentions and expectations102
IN019SHAREHOLDERSearly growthGovernance & Decision QualityYou have an executive session in your board meetings - transparently discussing your concerns103
IN020SHAREHOLDERSearly growthGovernance & Decision QualityYou have established a structured SWOT & risk management framework and resilience plan reviewed by the board (and used in Exco)104
IN021SHAREHOLDERSearly growthShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou disclose significant financial and governance decisions to shareholders transparently and consistently.105
IN022SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYour LTV-to-CAC ratio is greater than 3:1, ensuring scalable growth.106
IN023SHAREHOLDERSearly growthShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou track and report material risks, (including economic, operational, and reputational risks) to shareholders107
IN024SHAREHOLDERSearly growthGovernance & Decision QualityYou have implemented a formal performance policy for most senior executive body that aligns with shareholder value108
IN026SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou track your Contribution Margin at a product or service level to inform pricing and profitability109
IN027SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou have reached a stage where your business is cash flow positive110
IN028SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou forecast when you will achieve net profitability and keeping shareholders informed111
IN029SHAREHOLDERSearly growthGovernance & Decision QualityYour board reporting includes ALL stakeholder impact and Value : CSAT, ESAT, PSAT aswell as Shareholders.112
IN030SHAREHOLDERSearly growthShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou have structured dilution carefully to ensure long-term alignment with founders, investors, and employees?113
PA008PARTNERSearly growthPartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have implemented a process for Referrals and / or Resells in the business, from capture to closure114
PA009PARTNERSearly growthPartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have closed new business through partners115
PA010PARTNERSearly growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou have agreed Partnership Mgt performance measures within your business116
PA011PARTNERSearly growthPartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have processes to identify, test and qualify in/out partnering opportunities117
PA012PARTNERSearly growthPartner Enablement & ScaleYou have implemented Partner onboarding processes with Staff118
PA013PARTNERSearly growthPartner Alignment & Mutual ValueYour onboarding process clearly sets a baseline of the expected Partner win/win in the relationship119
PA014PARTNERSearly growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou are able to measure a Partner's satisfaction and success with each Partner. (PSAT)120
PA015PARTNERSearly growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou are able to measure a Partner retention rate. (PRR) and include in Exco and board reviews121
PA016PARTNERSearly growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou have a regular cadence for Partnership reviews and governance in place with all active partners122
PA017PARTNERSearly growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou include your Partners successes as a major KPI in your board reporting.123
PA018PARTNERSearly growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou have a partner strategy for each segment in which you operate.124
PA019PARTNERSearly growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou recognise a Partner's success in your Staff performance reviews125
PA020PARTNERSearly growthPartner Alignment & Mutual ValueYou have partners that have achieved success through Partnering with your business126
PA021PARTNERSearly growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou have executed joint marketing activitities with Partners.127
PA022PARTNERSearly growthPartner Enablement & ScaleYou have implemented Partner enablement processes for all Partners128
ST022STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou have Career and Personal development plans in place with all staff129
ST023STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou have a staff induction programme in place for all roles.130
ST024STAFFearly growthAlignment & CultureYou test for culture fit in hiring practices as equal to technical competence131
ST025STAFFearly growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou forecast headcount demand for the coming quarters, year.132
ST026STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou have staff engagement / satisfaction surveys in place. (ESAT)133
ST027STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou review staff absence rates through the year. By business function.134
ST028STAFFearly growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou review the % employee profiles in your business: age, social group, ethnicity, gender.135
ST029STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou review the Staff Turnover % by age group, gender, seniority, location, economic environment136
ST030STAFFearly growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou review the renumeration balance across employee category: gender, location, ethnicity.137
ST031STAFFearly growthAlignment & CultureYou review the ratio of CEO's annual compensation to the median total annual compensation of all employees. (excl. CEO) - (Or Highest earner per location)138
ST032STAFFearly growthCapability & Responsible AIYour team uses AI in a small number of repeatable core tasks for improved speed or consistent quality, and this use is shared across the business139
ST033STAFFearly growthCapability & Responsible AIYou have Integrated AI in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure monitoring.140
ST034STAFFearly growthCapability & Responsible AIYou have implemented Automations / AI for product usage insights,141
ST035STAFFearly growthPerformance & CollaborationYou set team objectives in all teams.142
ST036STAFFearly growthPerformance & CollaborationYou set cross-function team targets.143
ST037STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou review average hours of training undertaken per person, by gender, employee category144
ST038STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou review and improve the Training completion rate by business function.145
ST039STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou can report the average training and development expenditure per employee146
ST040STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYour staff are clear on the Role accountabilities for all staff along their core processes.147
ST041STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou perform Staff exit interviews and review findings.148
ST042STAFFearly growthCapability & Responsible AIYour teams have a common understanding of which AI tools are approved for use, what risks they introduce, and who remains accountable for outcomes149
ST043STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYour have staff satisfaction scores of 4 out of 5. (ESAT)150
ST044STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYou review ESAT in your Board reporting. And in your EXCO, how to improve it151
ST045STAFFearly growthDevelopment & EngagementYour Staff turnover rate is 10% or under.152
ST046STAFFearly growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou have diversity and inclusion strategies articulated for all levels of the business incl. Board level153
IN031SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthGovernance & Decision QualityYou have implemented a formal performance policy for most senior executive body that aligns with long term value across all stakeholders178
IN032SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthCompetitive Advantage & DefensibilityYou have patents granted / proprietary algorithms that differentiate you from competitors.179
IN033SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou forecast and report cash flow and profitability metrics at least 12 months ahead180
IN034SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthCompetitive Advantage & DefensibilityYou provide shareholder and Public reporting that includes ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) factors181
IN035SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthCompetitive Advantage & DefensibilityYou have established structured scenario planning for shareholder risk exposure and business continuity182
IN036SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthStrategic Alignment & IntentYou measure and report on shareholder value beyond financial returns (e.g., market position, R&D innovation, Investment)183
IN037SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthFinancial Governance & HealthYour financial forecasts updated frequently based on daily cash position & business performance data184
IN038SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthFinancial Governance & HealthYour Contribution margin is Positive and a Key metric in board reporting to consider business efficiency185
IN039SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou are achieving positive EBITDA whilst reinvesting in growth186
IN040SHAREHOLDERSsustainable growthFinancial Governance & HealthYour business has achieved net profit (even if reinvesting)187
PA023PARTNERSsustainable growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou regularly review and screen Partners and Supplier Partners for ethics & sustainability188
PA024PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYour Customers understand who your Partners are in each segment189
PA025PARTNERSsustainable growthPartner Enablement & ScaleYou have automated self service enablement for Partners in your ecosystem190
PA026PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou have marketing budget set aside for joint growth and marketing activity with Partners.191
PA027PARTNERSsustainable growthPartner Enablement & ScaleYour staff have access to Partnership management training and best practice.192
PA028PARTNERSsustainable growthPartner Performance & GovernanceYou have processes in place to review and improve your partner success journey193
PA029PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYour Partners engage regularly in your Product capability driving innovation.194
PA030PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYour Product roadmap includes changes recommended or cocreated by Partners.195
ST047STAFFsustainable growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou have a blind cvs policy in place for all first interviews196
ST048STAFFsustainable growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou use automated Personality profiling in all your hiring processes197
ST049STAFFsustainable growthPerformance & CollaborationYour cross-function teams have feedback loops / reviews and space to improve collaboration198
ST050STAFFsustainable growthDevelopment & EngagementYou have staff participating in 'best practice' health and wellbeing programmes199
ST051STAFFsustainable growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou practice Talent Mgt and have succession plans in place for Staff.200
ST052STAFFsustainable growthCapability & Responsible AIYou have used AI to enhance hiring and talent planning201
ST053STAFFsustainable growthCapability & Responsible AIAI is embedded into day-to-day workflows, reducing manual effort in core operational activities rather than being used only on an ad hoc basis.202
ST054STAFFsustainable growthDevelopment & EngagementYou have filled skilled positions by hiring/moving unskilled staff and training them203
ST055STAFFsustainable growthDevelopment & EngagementYou review the Quality & relevance impact of training on Increased Revenue, productivity gains, internal hire rates, and staff engagement204
ST056STAFFsustainable growthCapability & Responsible AIYou actively review how AI usage affects outcomes such as quality, speed, cost, and customer experience, and act on findings.205
ST057STAFFsustainable growthWorkforce Planning & HiringYou capture and Review Candidate feedback in Hiring activities206
ST058STAFFsustainable growthAlignment & CultureYour staff feel they have agency in the innovation decisions to improve operations.207
ST059STAFFsustainable growthAlignment & CultureYou recognise staff success vs company values continuously208
ST060STAFFsustainable growthPerformance & CollaborationYou recognise cross function team achievement continuously209
ST061STAFFsustainable growthAlignment & CultureYour staff are able to report and recognise success in their peers.210
ST062STAFFsustainable growthPerformance & CollaborationYour staff have time to collaborate on Innovations across functions.211
ST063STAFFsustainable growthPerformance & CollaborationYou track the effectiveness of cross-function collaboration in achieving targets212
EN016ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthGovernance & Accountability.You have appointed / assigned a board member responsible for ESG performance and sustainability strategy.224
EN017ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthResponsible Supply & StewardshipYou publicly report on e-waste management and recycling efforts, including take-back programs for hardware and responsible disposal of obsolete tech.225
EN018ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthEnvironmental Awareness & RiskYou have integrated environmental risk assessments into your business strategy, considering supply chain disruptions, regulatory risks, or investor expectations?226
EN019ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthSustainable OperationsYou have have a sustainability strategy to reduce the environmental impact of software development, AI processing, or blockchain energy consumption.227
EN020ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthSustainable OperationsYou have a sustainability strategy in place and roadmap to reduce your carbon footprint - net zero, or carbon negative228
EN021ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthMeasurement & DisclosureYou publicly disclose your company's progress vs planned to net zero (to 3rd party science-based validation assessments SBTI for example)229
EN029ENVIRONMENTsustainable growthMeasurement & DisclosureYou publicly disclose your company's progress vs planned to net zero (to 3rd party science-based validation assessments SBTI for example)230
IN041SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityGovernance & Decision QualityYou have an advisory board that represents all your Stakeholders' interests.239
IN042SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityStrategic Alignment & IntentYou review the material strategic economic, social and environmental milestones expected to be achieved in the following year, such milestones achieved from the previous year, and how those milestones are expected to or have contributed to long-term value.240
IN043SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityGovernance & Decision QualityYour board has voting seats representing your stakeholders interests.241
IN044SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityGovernance & Decision QualityYou have put in place legal / board resolutions to ensure you consider stakeholder interests (inc Social and environmental) in decision making.242
IN045SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityCompetitive Advantage & DefensibilityYour company’s financials and ESG disclosures are independently audited243
IN046SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityFinancial Governance & HealthYour business has a sustained net profit supporting dividends.244
IN047SHAREHOLDERSthriving maturityShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou optimize capital allocation by balancing growth investments and shareholder returns245
PA031PARTNERSthriving maturityPartner Alignment & Mutual ValueYou have long standing Partnerships that bring repeated win win results246
PA032PARTNERSthriving maturityPartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have systematic automated means of registering Partner driven opportunities in the business247
PA033PARTNERSthriving maturityPartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYour Partnerships bring you over 30% of new business pipeline every quarter248
ST064STAFFthriving maturityAlignment & CultureYour staff % recommendation for your company's inclusivity is >80%249
ST065STAFFthriving maturityDevelopment & EngagementYour staff self service manage their CPDs adding new learning activities for themselves.250
ST066STAFFthriving maturityDevelopment & EngagementYou have staff representation groups in place for volunteering - community/environmental engagement251
ST067STAFFthriving maturityAlignment & CultureYou allow your workers or customers to select charities to receive your company's donations252
ST068STAFFearly growthCapability & Responsible AIYou treat AI as strategic capability, with deliberate choices about where it creates advantage and where human-led execution remains critical.253
EN022ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityGovernance & Accountability.You have implemented mandatory ESG training for leadership and employees? Incl. On your own company sustainability strategy.258
EN023ENVIRONMENTthriving maturitySustainable OperationsYou have set targets to reduce business travel emissions, such as flight reduction goals or transitioning to sustainable travel options?259
EN024ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityGovernance & Accountability.You have integrated environmental sustainability into the performance measures of your Senior management.260
EN025ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityMeasurement & DisclosureYour company uses carbon offset, or nature based programs to compensate for unavoidable emissions.261
EN026ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityEthical Supply & StewardshipYou have taken steps to protect biodiversity or improve local environmental conditions (e.g., tree planting, green spaces, conservation projects)?262
EN027ENVIRONMENTthriving maturitySustainable OperationsYou have implemented a green travel incentive (e.g., rewards for employees choosing low-carbon travel options)?263
EN028ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityMeasurement & DisclosureYou review the effectiveness of your footprint actions periodically vs your sustainability targets.264
EN030ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityEthical Supply & StewardshipDo you engage in industry-wide collaborations to drive sustainability innovation and best practices?265
EN031ENVIRONMENTthriving maturityMeasurement & DisclosureYou have achieved carbon neutrality or Net Zero266
IN048SHAREHOLDERSearly growthStrategic Alignment & IntentYour leadership team can clearly articulate the financial and strategic priorities for the next 12–18 months267
IN049SHAREHOLDERSearly growthStrategic Alignment & IntentThere is alignment between leadership and shareholders on what “success” looks like in the next phase of growth.268
IN050SHAREHOLDERSearly growthStrategic Alignment & IntentYou have defined what trade-offs you are willing to make between growth, profitability, and risk269
IN051SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueShareholder Transparency & AlignmentYou proactively communicate both positive and negative performance signals to shareholders270
IN052SHAREHOLDERSearly growthShareholder Transparency & AlignmentShareholders have confidence in how and when they will receive updates on performance and risks271
IN053SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYour revenue forecasts are based on pipeline data and defined conversion assumptions rather than informal judgement272
IN054SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou can clearly explain changes in your revenue forecast based on pipeline movement, conversion rates, and deal progression.273
IN055SHAREHOLDERSearly growthFinancial Governance & HealthYou have clear visibility of your cost structure and how it scales with growth274
CU065CUSTOMERSearly revenueCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour approach to generating awareness and interest is structured and repeatable.275
CU066CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have defined and consistently apply clear criteria for what constitutes a qualified opportunity276
CU067CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou can identify which opportunities are a strong fit early in the process277
CU068CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou have multiple sources generating pipeline opportunities278
CU069CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour pipeline is generated from a balanced mix of sources.279
CU070CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYour go-to-market efforts are focused on the sources that consistently generate your highest-value opportunities, based on tracked performance data.280
CU071CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowProspects consistently progress beyond early-stage conversations into meaningful, qualified opportunities.281
CU072CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowCustomers can clearly distinguish your offering from alternatives282
CU073CUSTOMERSearly growthCustomer Connectivity & Signal FlowYou track and review pipeline performance using clear, reliable, and up-to-date data.283
PA034PARTNERSearly growthPartner Sourcing & Commercial ExecutionYou have a structured, repeatable approach to generating new customer growth through partners.284
CU074SHAREHOLDERSearly revenuePipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityYou consistently apply clear and evidence-based qualification criteria to all opportunities in your pipeline285
CU075SHAREHOLDERSearly revenuePipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityYou consistently identify strong-fit opportunities early using clearly defined qualification criteria, rather than subjective judgement.286
CU076SHAREHOLDERSearly growthPipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityOpportunities in your pipeline consistently progress beyond early-stage conversations based on clear next steps and customer commitment287
CU077SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Predictability & PlanningYour sales process is aligned to how your customers actually buy, based on observed buying and decision behaviour and outcomes.288
CU078SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueRevenue Visibility & Signal FlowYou track and review pipeline performance using clear, reliable, and up-to-date data289
CU079CUSTOMERSearly growthTrust & ReliabilityYour pricing policy is clearly defined and consistently applied by your sales team across customers and deals290
CU080SHAREHOLDERSearly growthPipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityYou actively map and engage the customer’s decision process, stakeholders, and criteria for each opportunity.291
CU081SHAREHOLDERSearly growthPipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityYour key opportunities are actively supported by multiple stakeholders and are not dependent on a single relationship292
CU082SHAREHOLDERSearly revenuePipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityOpportunities in your pipeline are based on confirmed customer intent and clear next steps, rather than optimistic assumptions293
CU083SHAREHOLDERSearly revenuePipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityYou actively disqualify opportunities that do not demonstrate clear commercial viability or progression, rather than allowing them to continue through extended cycles. Incl. Paid POCs/Pilots.294
CU084SHAREHOLDERSearly growthPipeline Quality & Deal IntegrityYour use of pilots or proof-of-concepts is structured, time-bound, and consistently progresses toward clear commercial outcomes without significant bespoke effort295
CU085CUSTOMERSearly growthExperience & Time to ValueYou support customers in building a clear, evidence-based business case or ROI justification in a structured, repeatable, and low-effort way296
IN057SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Predictability & PlanningYour revenue forecasts are grounded in structured pipeline data and defined evidence-based conversion rates and assumptions.297
IN058SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Predictability & PlanningYou clearly explain changes in your revenue forecast based on pipeline movement, conversion performance, and deal progression.298
IN059SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Visibility & Signal FlowYour pipeline and stage model is clearly defined and supports consistent qualification and real deal progression.299
IN060SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Quality & ScaleYou understand the profitability of your customers or deals, not just the revenue they generate300
IN061SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Predictability & PlanningYour pipeline coverage is sufficient to support your revenue targets301
IN062SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Quality & ScaleYour revenue is diversified across multiple customers, deals, or channels, without over-reliance on any single source.302
ST069SHAREHOLDERSearly revenueRevenue Quality & ScaleYour sales team consistently articulates the value and impact of your offering in customer conversations, without relying on founders or specialists.303
IN063SHAREHOLDERSearly growthRevenue Quality & ScaleYour core revenue is predictable and repeatable, not dependent on one-off or unplanned transactions303
PA035PARTNERSearly growthPartner Channel ParityYour partners generate qualified customer opportunities, not just introductions or one-off referrals. Contributing meaningfully to your revenue.304
PA036PARTNERSearly growthPartner Channel ParityYour partners generate qualified customer opportunities, not just introductions or one-off referrals. Contributing meaningfully to your revenue.305
CU086CUSTOMERSearly revenueBrand & Market VisibilityYou can clearly communicate, in your audience's own language, the problem or desire that brings them to look for a solution like yours306
CU087CUSTOMERSearly revenueBrand & Market VisibilityYou can explain, in one sentence a prospect would use themselves, why they'd choose you over the alternative they're most likely considering307
CU088CUSTOMERSearly growthBrand & Market VisibilityYou produce and communicate content on a consistent, planned schedule across all channels - not ad hoc, and not in reactive bursts308
CU089CUSTOMERSearly growthBrand & Market VisibilityYou have a named owner accountable for external messaging and brand consistency across the business.309
CU090CUSTOMERSsustainable growthBrand & Market VisibilityYou test and iterate your messaging (e.g. A/B tests, live prospect reactions) rather than relying on assumption310
CU091CUSTOMERSearly growthBrand & Market VisibilityYou have documented brand standards (visual identity, tone of voice) that are consistently applied across your comms, not just your logo311
CU092CUSTOMERSearly growthBrand & Market VisibilityMarketing plans and content are shared with Sales and Product before they go live, so the team can follow up and stay consistent with what's being said externally312
CU093CUSTOMERSsustainable growthBrand & Market VisibilityContent is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and brand voice before publishing, regardless of how it was drafted313
CU094CUSTOMERSearly revenueTrust & ReliabilityYou clearly communicate your security and data protection measures (e.g. encryption, 2FA, data handling standards) to customers at the point you collect sensitive information.314
PA037PARTNERSearly growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou have a structured approach to sourcing, identifying and evaluating potential co-creation partners for new customer value propositions315
PA038PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou have a repeatable process for structuring and launching joint ventures or co-created offerings with partners316
PA039PARTNERSearly growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou can clearly articulate the unique value each co-creation partner brings that you couldn't build alone.317
PA040PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou track and can evidence the customer value generated through partner co-created offerings318
PA041PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou use your track record of successful co-creation partnerships to attract and source new partners319
PA042PARTNERSsustainable growthEcosystem Growth & InnovationYou have a clear framework for how value and risk are shared with co-creation partners320