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Client Onboarding Checklist

A checklist to onboard new clients confidently after a win.

#Business goal

Start every engagement organized and aligned.

#When to use this

Right after closing a deal.

#At a glance

DetailValue
People involvedWhoever runs the routine
Departments usedSales, Operations
Modules usedCRM, Projects
AI used
Recommended timelineFirst 1–2 weeks
PrerequisitesRelevant module access

#Step-by-step process

1

Confirm the client record

Complete the activated client's details.
2

Create the delivery project

Set up project and first tasks.
3

Align scope and milestones

Confirm expectations with the client.
4

Give portal access

Share the client portal.

#Approval points

No formal approval gate

This routine has no separate sign-off step, but review your work before it affects clients or finances.

#Success metrics

  • The checklist is completed consistently
  • Nothing important is missed

#Best practices

  • Reuse the same checklist every time.
  • Introduce the portal early.

#Common mistakes

  • Starting work before alignment.
  • Skipping the portal intro.

#Realistic example

In practice

Use this the week a deal closes so every new client gets the same confident start.

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