Outcome North Star Define the warfighting outcome or readiness result that matters most. This creates alignment and prevents teams from mistaking activity for progress.
Target / Actual Performance Gap Measure the difference between current performance and the target condition. The gap becomes the focus for diagnosis and review.
Cause and Effect Driver Tree Map the primary and secondary factors that influence the outcome. Driver trees help teams identify high-leverage improvement areas.
Execution Gap-Closure Actions Assign owners, due dates, and measurable outputs. Actions should connect directly to drivers and the performance gap.
Cadence Performance Reviews Use recurring reviews to inspect performance, remove barriers, hold owners accountable, and adjust the plan.