This course introduces Business Plan Deployment (BPD), also known as Policy Deployment or Hoshin Kanri. It provides a structured approach for translating high-level strategy into measurable objectives and daily execution.

You’ll learn how to create alignment across all levels of the organization using X-Matrices, catchball discussions, and tiered performance reviews. BPD connects the long-term vision to front-line activity.

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the principles of Business Plan Deployment
• Translate strategy into measurable objectives
• Use tools like X-Matrix and catchball to align teams
• Cascade targets and accountability across the organization
• Support execution with tiered performance reviews

Introduction – Why Deploy Strategy?

• Welcome, Learning Objectives, and Course Overview
• The Gap Between Strategy and Execution
• Benefits of BPD and Policy Deployment
• Knowledge Check

Module 1 – Strategic Planning Inputs

• L1 – Mission, Vision, and Breakthrough Objectives
• L2 – Annual Plans and Key Performance Indicators
• L3 – Planning Cycles and Leadership Alignment
• Knowledge Check
• Applied Learning Activity

Module 2 – Deployment Tools and Methods

• L1 – X-Matrix Basics
• L2 – Catchball and Team Engagement
• L3 – Visual Planning Boards
• Knowledge Check
• Applied Learning Activity

Module 3 – Execution and Review

• L1 – Cascading Targets to Front-Line Teams
• L2 – Tiered Daily Performance Reviews
• L3 – Adjusting Course Based on Results
• Knowledge Check
• Applied Learning Activity

Conclusion – Putting It All Together

• Business Plan Deployment Review
• BPD as a Leadership Routine
• Final Reflections

Downloads

• Course Guide [PDF]
• Applied Learning Activities [PDF]

Online Course Format:

• A printable PDF Course Guide is provided.
• Course content is broken up into a series of modules.
• Each module consists of "bite sized" instructor-led lessons.
• Each module has a Knowledge Check.
• Each module has an Applied Learning Activity.
• Each course has a dashboard % completion that tracks progress

Webinars and email:

• Multiple monthly webinars addressing student questions.
• Support available through instructor email.

• The course certificate is earned through completion of all instructional Modules, Knowledge Checks, and Applied Learning Activities.
• Applied Learning Activities must be completed with supervisor/mentor comments and signature.
• Upon course content completion and approval of Applied Learning Activities, an electronic certificate is issued.
• Professionally printed and framed certificates available.