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I started talking about stakeholder alignment and then kind of spiraled into a list of options without really committing to any of them.
Start by clarifying the business impact and dependencies of the delayed team, then explore options to de-risk the launch such as phased rollout or scope reduction. Emphasize cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making to align stakeholders on a revised plan.
Pro tip: Frame the delay as an opportunity to validate demand with a minimum lovable product (MLP) and gather early user feedback, which can strengthen the full launch later. Also, quantify the cost of delay to help stakeholders prioritize trade-offs.
Understand exactly what the delayed team provides, how critical it is to the launch, and the potential business impact of waiting or launching without it.
Brainstorm options such as launching a phased rollout, using a temporary workaround, reducing scope, or shifting resources to accelerate the dependency.
Present the options with pros and cons, data on impact, and a recommendation to key stakeholders to get buy-in on the path forward.
Update the roadmap and GTM plan based on the chosen option, and communicate changes clearly to all teams and customers.
Set up metrics to track the success of the revised plan and be prepared to pivot if new information arises.
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