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Value Board

StrategyStrategy and alignment

Reference model

Value BoardA two-by-two grid. The horizontal axis is Alignment, from Low to High. The vertical axis is Value, from Low to High. The four quadrants are top left: Low Value, Low Alignment; top right: Low Value, High Alignment; bottom left: High Value, Low Alignment; bottom right: High Value, High Alignment.Low Value, Low AlignmentInitiatives that do not contributesignificantly.DeprioritizeLow Value, High AlignmentInitiatives aligned with goals but lowin value.Consider laterHigh Value, Low AlignmentHigh value initiatives that do notalign well.Reassess alignmentHigh Value, High AlignmentTop initiatives to prioritize andallocate resources.Do firstLowHighALIGNMENTLowHighVALUE

The Value Board helps teams visualize the strategic value of initiatives.

About this model

A framework for visualizing and prioritizing strategic initiatives based on their value and alignment with organizational objectives.

Originator not stated.

How to read it

  • Initiatives are plotted based on their value and alignment with goals.
  • Focus on initiatives in the high-value, high-alignment quadrant.

What this does

Helps teams prioritize strategic initiatives based on their value and alignment with organizational goals, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.

When to use it

Use it when you need to evaluate multiple strategic initiatives against their expected value and alignment with company objectives.

Not when: Do not use it when the initiatives are not clearly defined or when there is insufficient data to assess their potential value.

What happens next

Develop a detailed action plan for the top initiatives selected from the Value Board.

Golden thread

Builds on ←

  • Strategic Goals
  • Initiative List

Feeds into →

  • Action Plan

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Drafted with AI and reviewed by Eccellere on 04/11/2026. Guidance, not advice: apply your own judgement.