Version 23 October 2026. Allow 20–30 minutes for an initial draft; evidence collection takes longer.

This is a blank working tool. Replace the prompts with your own observations; do not treat an unanswered field as evidence.

Understand the buyer

  • [ ] A specific buyer and problem are described.
  • [ ] Recent examples of the problem are recorded with permission.
  • [ ] The current alternative and its cost are understood.
  • [ ] Assumptions and evidence are recorded separately.

Make a bounded offer

  • [ ] The promised outcome and exclusions are clear.
  • [ ] Price, payment terms and delivery dates are written down.
  • [ ] Costs and delivery capacity have been checked.
  • [ ] Refunds, cancellations and customer questions have a clear route.

Run and review the pilot

  • [ ] Customer permission and necessary data handling are agreed.
  • [ ] A baseline and success measure are recorded before delivery.
  • [ ] Feedback includes failures and unmet expectations.
  • [ ] The next decision follows the results, not the original hope.

Working notes

  • Unresolved question:
  • Evidence needed:
  • Next action:
  • Owner:
  • Review date: