Agent skill · product strategy · aj-geddes
gap-analysis
Identify differences between current state and desired future state. Analyze gaps in capabilities, processes, skills, and technology to plan improvements and investments.
Why this skill is useful
Codifies a structured approach to gap analysis that the AI could infer but now doesn't have to guess.
What it needs
About 1k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-03-04. 307 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Gap Analysis Table of Contents Overview When to Use Quick Start Reference Guides Best Practices Overview Gap analysis systematically compares current capabilities with desired future state, revealing what needs to change and what investments are required. When to Use Strategic planning and goal setting Technology modernization assessment Process improvement initiatives Skills and training planning System evaluation and selection Organizational change planning Capability building programs Quick Start Minimal working example: Reference Guides Detailed implementations in the references/ directory: Guide Contents --- --- Gap Identification Framework Gap Identification Framework Gap Analysis Template Gap Analysis Template Gap Closure Planning Gap Closure Planning Communication & Tracking Communication & Tracking Best Practices ✅ DO Compare current to clearly defined future state Include all relevant capability areas Involve stakeholders in gap identification Prioritize by value and effort Create detailed closure plans Track progress to closure Document gap analysis findings Review and update analysis quarterly Link gaps to business strategy Communicate findings transparently ❌ DON'T Skip current state assessment Create vague future state Identify gaps without solutions Ignore implementation effort Plan all gaps in parallel Forget about dependencies Ignore resource constraints Hide difficult findings Plan for 100% effort allocation Forget about change management
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills aj-geddes/gap-analysis