Strategic planning framework

One Page Strategic Plan (OPSP) Template

The same 7-column strategic planning framework used by 70,000+ companies worldwide, adapted for tech. Based on Verne Harnish's Scaling Up methodology.

Strategic columns

70K+

Companies worldwide

Harnish

Methodology origin

90-day

Review format

Scaling Up methodology

Tech-adapted template

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The 7 Strategic Columns

Each column captures a critical dimension of your business strategy, from values to execution

Values & Beliefs

Define 3-5 core values that drive decisions
Establish non-negotiable cultural principles
Create behavioral anchors for each value

WHY (Purpose)

Articulate your core purpose in one sentence
Define the impact you exist to create
Align leadership around a shared mission

WHERE (BHAG & Targets)

Set your 10-25 year Big Hairy Audacious Goal
Define 3-year measurable targets
Establish 1-year critical priorities

WHAT (Brand Promise)

Craft a measurable brand promise
Define key performance guarantees
Differentiate from competitors clearly

HOW (Actions & KPIs)

Set quarterly Rocks (top 3-5 priorities)
Define critical KPIs per department
Establish weekly and daily habits

Fun & WHO

Define team celebration milestones
Profile ideal employees and customers
Map stakeholder engagement strategy

Full 7-column framework:

ValuesWHYWHEREWHATHOWFunWHO

Why This Matters Now

Strategy documents that span 30+ pages don't get read, let alone executed. The One Page Strategic Plan forces clarity by compressing your entire strategy into a single, shareable page that every team member can reference daily.

Why 70,000+ companies use it

• Simplicity: One page forces ruthless prioritization
• Alignment: Every team member sees the same strategic picture
• Cadence: Built-in quarterly review and adjustment cycle
• Accountability: Clear owners for every strategic priority

This tech-adapted version of the OPSP includes SaaS-specific metrics, product development columns, and engineering OKR integration. It's the template we use to kick off every strategic planning engagement.

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Why 70,000+ companies use it

• Simplicity: One page forces ruthless prioritization
• Alignment: Every team member sees the same strategic picture
• Cadence: Built-in quarterly review and adjustment cycle
• Accountability: Clear owners for every strategic priority