An implementation plan:

• Provides key stakeholders with sufficient information to make a ‘Go’, ‘No Go’ decision (to determine if the initiative should proceed into implementation)
• Enables stakeholders to understand resourcing requirements
• Provides stakeholders with a high level workplan allowing stakeholders to see what is actually involved in implementing the initiative
• Enables progress tracking during implementation

Key components of a good implementation plan include:

• -Detailed description of current state and future state
• ‘Measures of success’ defining the goals of the initiative
• Tasks and milestones defining the work plan
• Key risks identifying major risks and mitigating actions to address those risks
• Agreed sponsor and initiative owner