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Vision – The Vision publicly describes the end state as it defines the purpose of the project, A clear, concise statement of the intended outcome. A simple statement of what the future view is. A description of how we see the journey ending. Used as powerful tool for distributing decisions and empowering the team, a statement that everyone clearly understands. Established by the client to define the desired outcome.
Missions - The definition of what must get done in order to complete the Vision. It is critical steps that are defined. The elimination of ambiguity on what the needs to be achieved, opens the door to dramatically increased support for the strategy. The critical actions that must be accomplished to reach the Vision.
Objectives - Defining how success will be measured. What metrics will be used to ensure the teams are moving forward on the Missions. Key Performance Indicators agreed to. It is how we keep score. As well as Milestones that will keep the project on time.
Strategy - The action plans that need to be done in order to complete the Missions. How do all the teams and team members interact together. Strategies may adapt to overcome roadblocks and constraints. Adapt and overcome in order to complete the Mission.
Tactics - this is the "to do" list. Action items with toll gates, completion dates and accountability. The execution of the plan. The roll up your sleeves and get it done part. A clear statement of task ownership with key actions that makes the work of strategy execution tangible and visible. There's no room to hide when the priorities for everyone are called out, everyone is involved, and everyone is accountable for doing their part.