Key takeaways
- Capability, maturity, and readiness are related but distinct.
- Transformation also concerns people and organization.
- Assessments should result in prioritized actions.
Compare current and target capability
Capability Assessment examines abilities needed for change, including business, IT, and architecture practice capabilities. It compares the current situation with expectations and may use performance or maturity measures. Its purpose is to identify gaps, their consequences, and necessary improvements rather than simply inventorying applications.
A capability map organizes what the enterprise can do, for example into direction-setting, value-producing, and supporting capabilities. It helps connect investment with outcomes. A capability may depend on several processes and tools; replacing one tool does not itself demonstrate improved capability.
Assess readiness
Business Transformation Readiness Assessment examines preparedness for change. It considers understanding of the vision, commitment, resources, skills, and resistance factors. Ratings and risk-reduction actions inform realization and migration choices. A technically sound target may fail if its users are not trained or responsibilities remain unclear.
- Define what the target capability should enable.
- Use verifiable evidence when assessing gaps.
- Plan readiness actions and integrate them into the roadmap.
TERMS TO KNOW
The terms, in context.
- Capability Assessment
- Assessment of available and required capabilities.
- Readiness
- Degree of preparedness to carry out and adopt a change.