The short answer
Organize the checklist by owner, dependency, deadline and proof of completion. Separate decisions, tasks, approvals and readiness tests.
Step by step
Work through the decision
- 01Create workstreams
- 02Identify external dependencies
- 03Assign one accountable owner
- 04Define completion evidence
- 05Run weekly readiness reviews and daily reviews near opening
Common mistakes
- A flat list with hundreds of tasks
- Multiple owners
- No distinction between due and blocked
- Checking off setup that has not been tested
Working checklist