πDeal Review
A structured deal review framework for assessing deal health, competitive positioning, and next steps to close.
Preview: Deal Review
Deal Review
Review Date: [Date] | Reviewed by: [Manager Name] | Deal Owner: [AE Name]
Deal Snapshot
Field | Details |
|---|---|
Account | [Company Name] |
Deal Name | [Deal Name] |
Deal Value | [$X ARR] |
Stage | [Current Stage] |
Close Date | [Target Date] |
Days in Stage | [X days] |
Total Cycle Length | [X days] |
Next Scheduled Meeting | [Date and with whom] |
Deal Health Assessment
Be brutally honest. A deal review only helps if you tell the truth about where you stand.
Criteria | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
Champion Access | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Who is your champion? How engaged are they?] |
Economic Buyer Alignment | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Have they confirmed budget and authority?] |
Compelling Event | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Why must they act now? What happens if they wait?] |
Decision Criteria Defined | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Do you know how they will evaluate solutions?] |
Paper Process Clear | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Legal, procurement, security β what is the path?] |
Technical Validation | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Has the product been validated technically?] |
Competitive Position | [π’ / π‘ / π΄] | [Where do you stand vs. alternatives?] |
Competitive Landscape
Who else is the buyer evaluating, and how do we compare?
[Competitor 1]: [Status and our position relative to them]
[Competitor 2]: [Status and our position relative to them]
[Status Quo / Do Nothing]: [How strong is the "no decision" risk?]
Buyer's Journey
Where is the buyer in their buying process, and what do they need to move forward?
Current stage: [Problem awareness / Solution evaluation / Vendor selection / Negotiation]
What the buyer needs next: [e.g., Business case, technical validation, executive alignment]
Who is driving the timeline: [Buyer or Seller?]
Blockers & Risks
[Blocker 1: What is preventing the deal from advancing?]
[Blocker 2: What could cause the deal to slip or stall?]
[Risk: What is the biggest threat to winning this deal?]
Strategy & Next Actions
Every deal review should end with a clear strategy and specific actions with owners and dates.
Win strategy: [In 2-3 sentences, how will we win this deal?]
[Next action] β Owner: [Name] β Due: [Date]
[Next action] β Owner: [Name] β Due: [Date]
[Next action] β Owner: [Name] β Due: [Date]
[Next action] β Owner: [Name] β Due: [Date]
About this template
Stop winging your deal reviews. This template provides a repeatable framework for assessing any deal in your pipeline β whether it is a weekly check-in with your manager or a formal deal desk review. Cover the deal snapshot, score health across key criteria (champion access, economic buyer alignment, compelling event, decision criteria, paper process), analyze the competitive landscape, map the buyer's journey, surface blockers, and agree on a concrete strategy with next actions. Works with MEDDPICC, BANT, or any qualification framework your team uses.
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Weekly Planner
Weekly Focus: What is the ONE thing that would make this week a success? Write it here and keep it visible.
Week of: [Date] β [Date]
Monday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Tuesday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Wednesday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Thursday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Friday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Wrap up loose ends and prep for next week
Weekly Review
Take 15 minutes on Friday afternoon to reflect on your week. This small habit compounds into massive clarity over time.
What did I accomplish this week?
What didnβt get done and why?
What should I carry forward to next week?
Whatβs one thing I could improve next week?
Plan your week with daily task lists, a weekly focus area, and an end-of-week review.
Change Order Request
Complete this form for every proposed change to the original contract scope. Attach supporting documents (sketches, specs, photos) before routing for approval.
CO Details
Field | Value |
|---|---|
CO Number | [CO-001] |
Project Name | [Project Name] |
Contract Number | [Contract #] |
Date Initiated | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
Requested By | [Name / Company] |
Priority | [Standard / Urgent / Critical Path] |
Parties
Role | Name | Company | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
Owner / Client | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
General Contractor | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
Architect of Record | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
Subcontractor (if applicable) | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
Description of Change
Reason for Change:
[Owner-directed change]
[Design error or omission]
[Unforeseen site condition]
[Code or regulatory requirement]
[Value engineering]
[Other: describe]
Detailed Description:
[Provide a detailed narrative of what is changing, why, and what areas of work are affected. Reference drawing numbers, spec sections, and RFI numbers as applicable.]
Reference Documents
[RFI #___]
[Drawing Sheet ___]
[Specification Section ___]
[Photo / Sketch attached]
Cost Impact
All cost estimates must include labor, material, equipment, subcontractor markup, and overhead & profit per contract terms.
Item | Description | Qty | Unit | Unit Cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | [Labor β trade description] | [X] | [hrs] | [$XX.XX] | [$X,XXX] |
2 | [Material β description] | [X] | [ea/lf/sf] | [$XX.XX] | [$X,XXX] |
3 | [Equipment rental] | [X] | [days] | [$XXX] | [$X,XXX] |
4 | [Subcontractor β name/trade] | [1] | [LS] | [$X,XXX] | [$X,XXX] |
Subtotal | [$X,XXX] | ||||
Overhead & Profit (__ %) | [$XXX] | ||||
Total CO Value | [$X,XXX] |
Net impact to contract value: [+ / - $X,XXX]
Schedule Impact
Field | Value |
|---|---|
Days Added / Removed | [+/- X calendar days] |
Affected Activities | [List critical path activities impacted] |
Revised Substantial Completion | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
Concurrent Work Possible? | [Yes / No β explain] |
Approval Chain
Step | Role | Name | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Submitted by (Requestor) | [Name] | [Date] | [Submitted] |
2 | Reviewed by (PM / Superintendent) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
3 | Approved by (GC Principal) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
4 | Approved by (Architect) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
5 | Approved by (Owner) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
Verification Checklist
Scope clearly defined and not duplicated in other COs
Cost breakdown includes all labor, material, equipment, and markup
Schedule impact reviewed with superintendent
Downstream trade impacts identified (see Cascading Impact page)
Supporting documents attached (drawings, specs, photos)
Insurance and bonding implications reviewed if CO exceeds threshold
Manage change orders from request through approval with cascading impact analysis and a running CO log.
Client Onboarding Hub
Use this hub as your single source of truth for every new client engagement. Complete the overview below, then work through each sub-page to ensure a smooth, professional onboarding experience.
Client Overview
Field | Details |
|---|---|
Client Name | [Company Name] |
Main Contact | [Name, Title, Email, Phone] |
Account Manager | [Your team member] |
Start Date | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
Retainer Value | [$X,XXX / month] |
Services | [SEO, Content, Paid Media, Social, etc.] |
Communication Cadence | [Weekly calls, bi-weekly reports, monthly reviews] |
Contract Length | [6 months / 12 months / ongoing] |
Billing Cycle | [Monthly / Quarterly] |
Primary Goal | [e.g., Increase qualified leads by 40% in 6 months] |
Master Onboarding Checklist
Work through each item below. Check them off as you go β aim to complete all items within the first two weeks of engagement.
Send welcome email with onboarding packet and team introductions
Schedule kickoff call (all stakeholders from both sides)
Set up shared Slack channel or communication workspace
Collect brand assets (logos, fonts, color codes, style guide)
Configure tools access (analytics, ad platforms, CMS, social accounts)
Create client reporting dashboard with agreed-upon KPIs
Establish content/creative approval workflow and turnaround times
Document escalation paths and emergency contacts
Set up project management board with initial deliverables
Schedule recurring check-in meetings for the first 90 days
Conduct internal team briefing on client goals and sensitivities
Send first check-in summary within 48 hours of kickoff
Key Dates & Milestones
Milestone | Target Date | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Welcome email sent | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Kickoff call completed | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
All access credentials received | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Brand guidelines documented | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Reporting dashboard live | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
First deliverable shipped | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
30-day check-in | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
90-day review | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Pro tip: Share this hub (or a client-facing version) with your new client so they can see progress and know exactly what to expect during onboarding.
A structured multi-page hub for onboarding new agency clients β from kickoff to 90-day success.