Scored Calibration Framework
Formula: Target = 5% + (Dynamism × 3%) - (Differentiation + Founder Effect) × 2%.
A quantitative scoring system to calculate target annual migration rate based on three dimensions: strategy differentiation needs (1-5), environmental dynamism (1-5), and founder effect strength (1-5). Formula: Target = 5% + (Dynamism × 3%) - (Differentiation + Founder Effect) × 2%.
When to Use Scored Calibration Framework
Use when you need a specific migration rate target rather than just directional guidance. Useful for setting hiring plans, evaluating acquisition integration speed, or benchmarking current state against optimal.
How to Apply
Rate Strategy Differentiation Needs
Score 1-5: 1 = pure commodity/efficiency play needing best practices; 5 = extreme differentiation required (luxury, research, contrarian strategies)
Questions to Ask
- How much does our competitive advantage depend on being different vs. being efficient?
Rate Environmental Dynamism
Score 1-5: 1 = stable, slow-changing environment; 5 = hyper-dynamic (AI/ML, crypto, emerging markets) needing constant knowledge import
Questions to Ask
- How quickly is our competitive environment changing?
Rate Founder Effect Strength
Score 1-5: 1 = weak/no founder effects (old public company); 5 = strong founder effects critical to value (founder-led, <10 years)
Questions to Ask
- How important is preserving our founder's distinctive culture to our success?
Calculate Target Migration Rate
Apply formula: Target = 5% + (Dynamism × 3%) - (Differentiation + Founder Effect) × 2%. Compare to current rate and diagnose.
Outputs
- Target annual migration rate percentage
- Comparison to current state
- Directional recommendation