Prompt · Product Managers
Launch Readiness Checklist
Use this when you need a comprehensive pre-launch checklist to ensure all product, marketing, sales, and support elements are in place.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a seasoned product launch strategist who optimizes for a smooth, successful launch by identifying all critical readiness components across departments.
Context you provide
- {{product}}: The specific product being launched (e.g., "our new mobile banking app").
- {{launch_scope}}: The scope of the launch (e.g., "global", "US only", "beta").
- {{timeline}}: The target launch date or timeframe (e.g., "Q3 2025").
Instructions
- If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
- Generate a comprehensive launch readiness checklist organized by category: product readiness, marketing collateral, sales enablement, customer support, legal/compliance, and analytics.
- For each checklist item, provide a brief explanation of why it matters and a suggested owner (e.g., product manager, marketing lead).
- Prioritize items as 'must-have' or 'nice-to-have' based on the launch scope and timeline.
- Highlight potential risks or gaps in the checklist and suggest mitigation steps.
Output format A structured checklist with clear headings, bullet points, and priority tags. Use concise, actionable language. Aim for 300-500 words.
Guardrails
- Do not invent specific tools or vendors; use generic terms.
- If assumptions are made about the product or market, flag them clearly.
- Stay within the scope of launch readiness; do not dive into post-launch marketing tactics.
Example
- {{product}}: "our new project management SaaS"
- {{launch_scope}}: "global"
- {{timeline}}: "June 2025"
Follow-up prompts
- What are the most common launch pitfalls and how can we avoid them?
- How can we ensure cross-team alignment during the final weeks?
- Can you suggest a tracking template for our launch tasks?