Core properties
The Strategic Response Model schema includes both core properties and domain-specific extensions. Here are the core properties:
Property | Description | Example |
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| A unique identifier for the strategic response. | SRM-2025-001 |
| A concise title summarizing the strategic response. | Enhance Data Security Measures |
| The classification of the response (e.g., Initiative, Policy Change, Capability Development). | Policy Change |
| A detailed explanation of the strategic response, its objectives, and scope. | Implement new data encryption protocols to comply with updated regulations. |
| An array of triggerIDs that initiated this strategic response. | ["TRG-EXT-2025-01", "TRG-INT-2025-03"] |
| An array of intentIDs that initiated this strategic response. | ["INT-2025-001", "INT-2025-002"] |
| An array of rationaleIDs providing justification for this response. | ["RAT-COMP-2025-02"] |
| Metrics or KPIs that will be used to measure the success of the strategic response. | ["KPI-SEC-2025-01", "KPI-SEC-2025-02"] |
| A list of business architecture domains impacted by this response (e.g., Capabilities, Services). | ["Capabilities", "Services"] |
| A reference or description of the plan outlining how the response will be executed. | Refer to Implementation Plan Document ID: IMP-2025-007 |
| A description of the anticipated results or benefits from implementing the response. | Improved compliance with data protection laws and reduced risk of data breaches. |
| Organisation units accountable for executing the strategic response. | ["Information Security Department"] |
| The planned start date for implementing the strategic response. | 2025-05-01 |
| The planned completion date for the strategic response. | 2025-12-31 |
| The current status of the strategic response (e.g., Planned, In Progress, Completed, Deferred, Cancelled). | Planned |
| The date when the strategic response record was last updated. | 2025-04-19 |
| An array of strategic priorities that this initiative supports. | ["Digital Transformation", "Customer Experience"] |
| A numeric rating (1-5) indicating how strongly this response aligns with the overall organizational strategy. Higher values represent stronger alignment. | 4 |
| A list of related initiatives that complement or support this response. | ["SRM-2025-002", "SRM-2025-007"] |
| The business mechanisms being utilized to effect change. | ["Differentiation", "Innovation"] |
| Categorization of the strategic timeframe this response addresses. | "Horizon 2" |
Strategic Intent Schema
Property | Description | Example |
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| Unique identifier for the strategic intent | INT-2025-001 |
| Concise name describing the strategic intent | Cloud Infrastructure Modernization |
| Detailed explanation of the intent's purpose and scope | Proactive transformation of legacy systems to cloud-native architecture |
| Direct link to the relevant strategic objective | SO-2025-03 |
| Classification of opportunity type | Efficiency |
| Expected time horizon for realization | 18 months |
| Assessment of organizational readiness | Emerging |
| Estimated business value or impact | High |
| Assessment of associated risks and unknowns | Medium |
| Strategic responses initiated by this intent | ["SRM-2025-004", "SRM-2025-005"] |
| Key organizational units or roles championing the intent | ["CTO Office", "Cloud Center of Excellence"] |
| Capabilities expected to be affected | ["Application Hosting", "Data Management"] |
| An array of rationaleIDs providing justification for this intent | ["RAT-STRAT-2025-03"] |
| Metrics or KPIs that will be used to measure the success of the strategic intent | ["KPI-CLOUD-2025-01", "KPI-COST-2025-03"] |
| The current status of the strategic intent | Active |
| The date when the strategic intent record was last updated | 2025-04-20 |
Domain-Specific Response Schema Extensions
Customer-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Customer segments this response targets | ["CUST-SEG-001", "CUST-SEG-002"] |
| Specific customer outcomes resulting from this response | [{"outcomeDescription": "Improved mobile app experience", "targetValue": "90% satisfaction rating"}] |
| Specific changes to customer experience | [{"journeyStageID": "JOURNEY-STAGE-002", "changeDescription": "Simplified checkout process", "expectedImpact": "30% reduction in cart abandonment"}] |
| How customer feedback will be collected | "Post-implementation satisfaction surveys and app usage analytics" |
Market-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Markets this response addresses | ["MKT-ENTSW-001"] |
| Competitors this response addresses | ["CP-SFCRM-001"] |
| Competitive advantage created or enhanced | {"advantageType": "differentiation", "description": "Unique AI capabilities", "sustainability": "medium-term"} |
| Specific changes to market position | [{"marketID": "MKT-ENTSW-001", "changeDescription": "Expanded solution footprint"}] |
| How competitive reactions will be monitored | {"monitoringApproach": "Quarterly competitive analysis", "keyIndicators": ["Feature adoption", "Pricing changes"]} |
Finance-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Financial elements this response addresses | ["FIN-INV-001", "FIN-BUD-002"] |
| Specific financial outcomes resulting from this response | [{"outcomeDescription": "Reduced operational costs", "targetValue": "15% reduction", "realizationTimeline": "12 months"}] |
| Resources required for this response | {"budgetRequired": 750000, "fundingSources": [{"sourceName": "IT Capital Budget", "amount": 500000, "status": "secured"}]} |
| Assessment of financial risks | [{"riskDescription": "Implementation cost overrun", "potentialImpact": 150000, "likelihood": "Moderate", "mitigationStrategy": "Phased implementation with stage gates"}] |
| How financial performance will be reviewed | "Monthly cost-benefit analysis with quarterly executive review" |
Risk Management-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Risk elements this response addresses | ["RISK-CYBER-001", "RISK-COMP-002"] |
| Risk controls implemented by this response | [{"controlName": "Multi-factor Authentication", "controlDescription": "Requiring two authentication factors", "controlType": "preventive", "implementationStatus": "implemented"}] |
| Ongoing risk monitoring approaches | [{"monitoringMethod": "Security dashboard", "keyIndicators": ["Authentication failures", "Unusual access patterns"], "frequency": "continuous"}] |
| Assessment of risk remaining after response | "Low residual risk with quarterly reassessment" |
Supply Chain-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Supply chain elements this response addresses | ["SC-MFG-001", "SC-MFG-002"] |
| Specific supply chain outcomes resulting from this response | [{"outcomeDescription": "Reduced lead times", "targetValue": "30% reduction", "measurementApproach": "Order-to-delivery tracking"}] |
| Specific changes to supply chain configuration | [{"changeType": "network", "changeDescription": "Addition of regional distribution centers", "implementationApproach": "Phased deployment by region"}] |
| Risks related to the supply chain response | [{"riskDescription": "Supplier readiness delays", "likelihood": "moderate", "impact": "significant", "mitigationStrategy": "Early supplier engagement and readiness assessment"}] |
| Approach to engaging key stakeholders | {"keyStakeholders": [{"stakeholderName": "Key Suppliers", "stakeholderType": "supplier", "engagementApproach": "Quarterly executive briefings"}]} |
Innovation-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Innovations this response addresses | ["INN-DIGITAL-001", "INN-AI-003"] |
| Specific innovation outcomes resulting from this response | [{"outcomeDescription": "Accelerated product development cycle", "targetValue": "30% reduction in time-to-market", "measurementApproach": "Product development milestone tracking"}] |
| Changes to innovation capabilities | [{"capabilityArea": "Experimentation", "changeDescription": "Implementation of rapid testing framework", "expectedImpact": "50% more experiments per quarter"}] |
| How concepts will be tested | {"methodologyName": "Lean Startup", "keyMechanisms": ["Minimum viable products", "A/B testing"], "feedbackLoops": "Weekly insight sharing"} |
| How innovation portfolio is affected | {"balanceShift": "Increased exploration investments", "resourceReallocation": "15% shift from core to emerging innovations"} |
Sustainability-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Sustainability elements this response addresses | ["SUST-ENV-001", "SUST-SOC-002"] |
| Specific environmental outcomes from this response | [{"outcomeDescription": "Reduced carbon emissions", "targetValue": "25% reduction", "baselineValue": "Current emissions", "measurementApproach": "GHG Protocol"}] |
| Specific social outcomes from this response | [{"outcomeDescription": "Improved community engagement", "targetValue": "8 out of 10 community satisfaction score", "measurementApproach": "Annual community survey"}] |
| Stakeholder expectations being addressed | [{"stakeholderGroup": "Investors", "expectationDescription": "Enhanced ESG reporting transparency", "responseApproach": "Quarterly ESG metrics publication"}] |
| Sustainability compliance requirements addressed | [{"regulationName": "EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive", "complianceApproach": "Enhanced data collection and verification processes"}] |
| Climate scenarios factored into response | {"scenarioTypes": ["1.5°C pathway", "2°C pathway"], "timeHorizons": ["2030", "2040", "2050"], "adaptationMeasures": ["Climate-resilient facilities"]} |
People-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| People elements this response addresses | ["PEOPLE-WORKFORCE-001", "PEOPLE-CULTURE-002"] |
| Specific workforce changes implemented | [{"changeArea": "Skills profile", "changeDescription": "Digital capability enhancement", "implementationApproach": "Training and strategic hiring", "expectedImpact": "80% of workforce with advanced digital skills"}] |
| Cultural development initiatives | {"focusAreas": ["Innovation mindset", "Collaborative work"], "developmentApproaches": ["Leadership modeling", "Recognition programs"], "measurementMechanisms": "Quarterly culture surveys"} |
| Approach to talent development | {"developmentMethodology": "70-20-10 learning model", "keyPrograms": ["Technical mentorship", "Leadership academy"], "evaluationApproach": "Skills assessment and career progression tracking"} |
| Strategy for managing knowledge | {"knowledgeAreas": ["Technical expertise", "Customer insights"], "captureApproaches": ["Communities of practice", "Documentation systems"], "transferMechanisms": "Cross-training programs"} |
| Updates to competency frameworks | [{"frameworkID": "COMP-ENG-001", "updateDescription": "Addition of AI/ML competencies", "implementationTimeframe": "Q3-Q4 2025"}] |
Technology-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Technology elements this response addresses | ["TECH-API-001", "TECH-CLOUD-002"] |
| Specific architecture changes implemented | [{"architectureLayer": "Integration", "changeDescription": "API-first approach implementation", "implementationApproach": "Incremental migration of legacy interfaces", "expectedImpact": "75% reduction in point-to-point integrations"}] |
| Impact on technical debt | {"debtReductionAreas": ["Legacy systems", "Manual processes"], "measurementApproach": "Technical debt ratio calculation", "projectedImprovement": "30% reduction in maintenance costs"} |
| Security improvements implemented | [{"securityDomain": "Access management", "enhancementDescription": "Zero-trust architecture implementation", "implementationApproach": "Phased rollout by business unit"}] |
| Integration approaches implemented | {"integrationPattern": "Event-driven architecture", "keyComponents": ["Event broker", "Microservices"], "governanceModel": "Federated integration team"} |
| Changes to technology standards | [{"standardID": "TECH-STD-003", "changeDescription": "Updated cloud deployment guidelines", "implementationTimeline": "Immediate for new projects, 12 months for existing systems"}] |
Channel-Related Strategic Response Schema Extensions
Property | Description | Example |
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| Channels this response addresses | ["CHAN-RETAIL-001", "CHAN-DIGITAL-002"] |
| Specific channel outcomes | [{"outcomeDescription": "Improved channel consistency", "targetValue": "90% experience consistency across touchpoints", "measurementApproach": "Customer journey mapping and satisfaction tracking"}] |
| Specific changes to channel configuration | [{"changeType": "integration", "changeDescription": "Unified inventory visibility across channels", "implementationApproach": "Real-time inventory synchronization system", "expectedImpact": "30% reduction in stockouts"}] |
| Approach to engaging channel partners | {"partnerTypes": ["Distributors", "Retailers"], "engagementApproach": "Digital enablement program", "supportMechanisms": ["Partner portal", "Training academy"], "incentiveStructure": "Performance-based rewards"} |
| Omnichannel integration approach | {"integrationFocus": "Seamless customer experience", "keyIntegrationPoints": ["Cart preservation", "Customer recognition", "Fulfillment options"], "dataUnification": "Unified customer profiles and journey tracking"} |
| Distribution network optimization | {"networkChanges": ["Hub consolidation", "Last-mile partnerships"], "optimizationObjectives": ["Cost reduction", "Delivery speed"], "modelingApproach": "AI-powered network simulation"} |
Enumeration Values
Opportunity Type (Strategic Intent)
Innovation
- Creating new products, services, or business modelsGrowth
- Expanding market share, customer base, or revenue streamsEfficiency
- Optimizing processes, reducing costs, or improving productivityResilience
- Strengthening organizational adaptability or risk managementCompliance
- Addressing regulatory requirements or industry standardsDifferentiation
- Creating competitive advantage through unique capabilitiesSustainability
- Enhancing environmental or social responsibility initiativesTransformation
- Fundamentally changing organizational structure or operations
Maturity Level (Strategic Intent)
Conceptual
- Early-stage idea requiring significant developmentEmerging
- Partially developed concept with initial validationEstablished
- Well-defined approach with proven implementation methodsScaling
- Successfully implemented and ready for broader adoptionOptimizing
- Mature implementation focused on continuous improvement
Potential Value (Strategic Intent)
Low
- Incremental impact with limited organizational benefitsMedium
- Moderate impact with significant benefits to specific domainsHigh
- Substantial impact with organization-wide benefitsTransformative
- Fundamental reshaping of organizational capabilities or market position
Uncertainty Level (Strategic Intent)
Low
- Well-understood implementation with predictable outcomesMedium
- Some unknowns but manageable with existing approachesHigh
- Significant unknowns requiring new methods or capabilitiesExperimental
- Highly speculative with unpredictable outcomes and potential pivots
Strategic Response Status
Planned
- Response defined but not yet initiatedIn_Progress
- Currently being implementedCompleted
- Successfully implemented and operationalDeferred
- Temporarily postponed but still intendedCancelled
- Permanently stopped before completion
Strategic Intent Status
Proposed
- Initial concept under evaluationActive
- Approved and currently being pursuedCompleted
- Successfully realized with objectives metAbandoned
- Discontinued due to changed priorities or conditionsTransformed
- Evolved into a different strategic intentSuperseded
- Replaced by a newer strategic intent
Strategic Levers
Scale
- Utilizing size, volume, or reach to create valueScope
- Leveraging breadth of offerings or marketsDifferentiation
- Creating unique value propositionsInnovation
- Developing novel solutions or approachesEfficiency
- Optimizing resource utilizationResilience
- Strengthening adaptive capacityOther
- Strategic levers not covered by standard categories
Strategic Horizon
Horizon_1
- Maintaining and defending core business (0-18 months)Horizon_2
- Building emerging business opportunities (18-36 months)Horizon_3
- Creating viable options for future business (36+ months)
Domain-Specific Response Types
Customer-Related Response Types
Customer_Experience_Initiative
- Enhancing customer interactions and touchpointsCustomer_Retention_Program
- Focused on keeping existing customersCustomer_Acquisition_Campaign
- Targeting new customer segmentsCustomer_Journey_Redesign
- Reimagining customer pathways and experiencesCustomer_Segment_Strategy
- Approaches for specific customer groupsCustomer_Insight_Application
- Leveraging customer data and feedbackCustomer_Technology_Implementation
- New systems for customer engagement
Market-Related Response Types
Market_Entry
- Moving into new market segments or geographiesMarket_Exit
- Withdrawing from market segmentsCompetitive_Response
- Reacting to competitor actionsProduct_Innovation
- Creating new or enhanced offeringsRepositioning
- Changing market position or perceptionMarket_Expansion
- Growing presence in existing marketsDefensive_Action
- Protecting market sharePartnership_Strategy
- Collaborative market approachesPricing_Strategy
- Changes to pricing modelsChannel_Strategy
- Adjustments to distribution or sales channels
Finance-Related Response Types
Cost_Optimization
- Reducing or realigning expensesInvestment_Strategy
- Approach to capital allocationCapital_Structure_Change
- Adjusting financing approachFinancial_Risk_Management
- Addressing financial vulnerabilitiesBudget_Reallocation
- Shifting resources between prioritiesFunding_Strategy
- Approach to source and allocate fundingRevenue_Enhancement
- Increasing or optimizing revenue streamsWorking_Capital_Management
- Improving cash flow and liquidityFinancial_Restructuring
- Reorganizing financial obligations
Risk Management-Related Response Types
Risk_Prevention
- Preventing occurrence of risk eventsRisk_Mitigation
- Reducing impact of potential risksRisk_Transfer
- Shifting risk to other partiesRisk_Acceptance
- Acknowledging and planning for accepted risksControl_Enhancement
- Improving risk control mechanismsIncident_Response
- Preparing for risk event managementBusiness_Continuity
- Ensuring operations during disruptionsCompliance_Program
- Meeting regulatory requirementsRisk_Governance
- Improving risk management oversight
Supply Chain-Related Response Types
Network_Redesign
- Restructuring supply chain configurationSupplier_Change
- Modifying supplier relationshipsInventory_Strategy
- Changing inventory management approachLogistics_Optimization
- Improving transportation and distributionTechnology_Implementation
- Adopting new supply chain technologiesProcess_Improvement
- Enhancing supply chain workflowsRisk_Mitigation
- Addressing supply chain vulnerabilitiesCost_Reduction
- Decreasing supply chain expensesService_Enhancement
- Improving fulfillment capabilitiesSustainability_Initiative
- Improving environmental performance
Innovation-Related Response Types
Innovation_Program
- Structured initiative to drive innovationInnovation_Culture_Change
- Adjusting organizational culture for innovationInnovation_Capability_Building
- Developing innovation capabilitiesPortfolio_Adjustment
- Changing innovation portfolio compositionExperimentation_Framework
- Creating or adjusting testing approachesIdea_Management_Enhancement
- Improving idea capture and development
Sustainability-Related Response Types
Environmental_Initiative
- Focused on environmental impact improvementSocial_Program
- Addressing social responsibility dimensionsGovernance_Enhancement
- Strengthening sustainability governanceClimate_Adaptation
- Preparing for climate change impactsSustainability_Reporting_Improvement
- Enhancing disclosure and reporting
People-Related Response Types
Talent_Initiative
- Focused on developing or acquiring talentCulture_Change_Program
- Transforming organizational cultureLeadership_Development
- Enhancing leadership capabilitiesKnowledge_Retention_Program
- Preserving critical organizational knowledgeWorkforce_Restructuring
- Reorganizing workforce composition
Technology-Related Response Types
Technology_Modernization
- Updating technology systemsSecurity_Remediation
- Addressing security vulnerabilitiesTechnology_Standardization
- Establishing consistent technology standardsPlatform_Consolidation
- Reducing technology platform complexityDigital_Transformation
- Comprehensive technology-enabled business change
Channel-Related Response Types
Channel_Expansion
- Adding new distribution channelsChannel_Consolidation
- Reducing or optimizing channel footprintPartner_Strategy_Change
- Modifying approach to channel partnersDistribution_Network_Redesign
- Restructuring physical distributionOmnichannel_Integration
- Connecting multiple channels togetherChannel_Mix_Optimization
- Adjusting balance between channels