Printable Scorecard

GM Delivery Readiness Scorecard

Practical scoring tool for Canadian dealership General Managers to assess if sold vehicles are truly ready before customer handover.

Published by Proteance | Date: 2026-05-01 | Max score: 20

Scoring model

Score each section once based on current operating reality, not intent.

Section Assessment guide Score (0-2)
1. Vehicle readiness Vehicles are physically ready, on-site, and presentation complete against promised handover time.
2. Customer readiness Customer appointment, required documentation, and communication are confirmed before delivery day.
3. Funding and stips Funding conditions, stips, and contracts in transit are visible, owned, and resolved before release.
4. PDI and inspection PDI status, open service items, and inspection outcomes are complete and verified before handover.
5. Detailing Detailing and final presentation are confirmed complete with no unresolved cosmetic issues.
6. Accessories and we-owe items Promised accessories and due-bill items are complete, or exceptions are documented and customer-acknowledged.
7. Registration and admin Registration, permit or plate status, insurance confirmation, and admin checks are complete before release.
8. Delivery timing Critical path, blockers, and promise-date risk are managed early enough to avoid last-minute surprises.
9. Management visibility GM and leaders can see ready, at-risk, and blocked vehicles with clear owners and next actions.
10. Exception handling Exceptions are documented, communicated, approved, and tracked through completion without losing accountability.
Total score (out of 20):

Interpretation

  • 0-7: high delivery risk
  • 8-14: inconsistent readiness control
  • 15-20: strong readiness control

GM notes and next actions

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