My first instinct was to jump straight into a scoring rubric but I pulled back because it felt too mechanical for what they were actually testing.
Start by clarifying the constraints and business objectives, then propose a structured prioritization framework that balances customer value, strategic alignment, and resource efficiency. Emphasize that the decision should be data-driven and revisited as conditions change, and that you would communicate transparently with all customers.
Pro tip: Show empathy by acknowledging the impact on deprioritized customers and propose a plan to manage those relationships, such as offering alternative solutions or a clear timeline for future support.
Ask clarifying questions to understand the business goals, customer contracts, and any non-negotiable requirements. This ensures alignment with Google Cloud's strategic priorities.
Establish criteria such as revenue potential, strategic importance, customer lifetime value, implementation effort, and alignment with product roadmap. Weight criteria based on business objectives.
Apply the criteria to each customer, using data and stakeholder input to score them objectively. Rank customers based on total score to identify the top three.
Review the prioritization with key stakeholders to ensure it aligns with broader company goals and consider any qualitative factors. Be open to adjustments based on feedback.
Transparently communicate the decision to all customers, explaining the rationale and offering alternatives or a roadmap for future engagement. Develop a plan to manage deprioritized customers.
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