H1 Planning Framework - 3-Lane Model

January 12, 2026 at 4:22 AMoperationalhigh

Situation

Pushed for the team to focus on ICPs, goals, and milestones rather than getting lost in metrics and mid-level tactics. Established a 3-lane framework (GTM, Value Drivers, Engineering) to align all work.

Reasoning

The team was getting lost in tactical details without strategic alignment. ICPs need to drive everything from engineering to marketing to sales. A visual framework creates shared understanding and forces cross-functional alignment.

Additional Context

H1 Onsite Planning in Reno. Original plan was to focus on metrics and tactics, but Peter redirected to ICPs and goals first.

People Involved

Chris Baek, Kelly Hall, Max Spevack, Greg Kurtzer

Source

reflection

AI Confidence

85%

Related Context

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Onsite Recap

fathom

Peters push for us was, we were really bad at talking about ICPs, goals, and milestones, so lets focus on those.

Outcome

★★★★★(5/5)

Framework adopted by the team for H1 planning. Team fully aligned.

Recorded on January 12, 2026

Decision ID: bd39df85-ea94-4b00-93f3-5ed3ab941fb7