Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix

The Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix (CAPM) is a 2x2 matrix used to evaluate and plan the capabilities of a business. It helps to identify areas of strength and weakness, and to prioritize resources for improvement.

At a very high level, the Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix is used in the context of business, strategy, planning.

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What is the Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix?

A visual explanation is shown in the image above. The Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix can be described as a matrix with the following quadrants:

  1. Core Competencies: Skills and capabilities that the business is already strong in, e.g. customer service.
  2. Competitive Advantages: Skills and capabilities that the business should develop to stay competitive, e.g. product innovation.
  3. Weaknesses: Skills and capabilities that the business should improve, e.g. cost control.
  4. Opportunities: Skills and capabilities that the business should consider developing to gain a competitive edge, e.g. digital marketing.

What is the purpose of the Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix?

The Capability Assessment and Planning Matrix (CAPM) is a 2x2 matrix used to evaluate and plan the capabilities of a business. It helps to identify areas of strength and weakness, and to prioritize resources for improvement. It is based on the idea that a business should focus on its core competencies, while also developing new capabilities to stay competitive.

The matrix is divided into four quadrants. The top-left quadrant is labeled “Core Competencies” and contains the skills and capabilities that the business is already strong in. The top-right quadrant is labeled “Competitive Advantages” and contains the skills and capabilities that the business should develop to stay competitive. The bottom-left quadrant is labeled “Weaknesses” and contains the skills and capabilities that the business should improve. The bottom-right quadrant is labeled “Opportunities” and contains the skills and capabilities that the business should consider developing to gain a competitive edge.

The CAPM can be used to evaluate a business’s current capabilities, identify areas of strength and weakness, and prioritize resources for improvement. It can also be used to develop a plan of action for improving the business’s capabilities and staying competitive.


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