Execution Plan: The First 90 Days

Days 1–30 — Context and Landscape

• Conduct a "listening tour" (stakeholder interviews) to understand pain points
• Meet individually with direct reports to understand aspirations
• Audit existing budgets, vendor contracts, and the application portfolio

Days 1–30 — Quick Wins

• Identify 2–3 high-impact, low-complexity initiatives
• Audit struggling projects to determine root causes
• Deliver a 30-day assessment report with clear recommendations

Days 31–60 — Building Momentum

• Launch the quick-win projects identified in the audit
• Establish regular status cadences and governance frameworks
• Host "office hours" with business units to build trust

Days 61–90 — Strategic Positioning

• Deliver value: complete initiatives with documented business outcomes
• Present a 12–18 month technology roadmap prioritizing business value
• Outline how IT investments will support organizational growth