board paper readiness checker

The problem

Board members often reject papers because the request is vague, data is missing, or risks are glossed over. Authors waste time on multiple revision cycles because they lack a systematic way to audit their work against governance standards.

What it does

• Evaluates drafts across ten critical dimensions including decision clarity, evidence, and risk mitigation.
• Identifies material gaps where assertions lack data or external references.
• Calculates a readiness score (0-10) to determine if a paper is fit for submission.
• Generates a restructured skeleton that prioritizes decision-relevant content.
• Separates simple drafting fixes from critical information that requires new data.

Why this beats prompting it yourself

General LLMs tend to be too polite, often missing subtle logical gaps or unsupported claims. This skill applies a rigid diagnostic framework that forces accountability on costs, dependencies, and viable alternatives, ensuring you don't walk into a meeting with an indefensible proposal.

Use cases

• Reviewing internal investment proposals before they reach the executive committee.
• Auditing strategic project updates for compliance with governance frameworks.
• Restructuring rambling drafts into concise, decision-focused board submissions.
• Identifying missing data points in business cases early in the drafting process.