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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.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. 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

  1. If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Generate a comprehensive launch readiness checklist organized by category: product readiness, marketing collateral, sales enablement, customer support, legal/compliance, and analytics.
  3. For each checklist item, provide a brief explanation of why it matters and a suggested owner (e.g., product manager, marketing lead).
  4. Prioritize items as 'must-have' or 'nice-to-have' based on the launch scope and timeline.
  5. 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?