escalation-decision-framework

Name: escalation-decision-framework
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Author: stephenrogan

Score customer issues across four dimensions and generate an escalation plan.

1|Updated Mar 23, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #routing #escalation #customer-success #decision-framework #csms

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npx skills add https://github.com/stephenrogan/csm-skills --skill escalation-decision-framework

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Skill: escalation-decision-framework
Source: https://github.com/stephenrogan/csm-skills/tree/main/skills/escalation-decision-framework
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stephenrogan/csm-skills --skill escalation-decision-framework

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Helps CSMs decide whether an issue should be escalated and who to escalate to, ensuring timely and appropriate action.

Core Features & Use Cases

Provides a structured four-dimension scoring model (Customer impact, Account value, Time sensitivity, CSM capability) to guide escalation decisions.
Includes an escalation routing guide mapping issue types to owners and required actions.
Produces a clear escalation brief and plan that can be shared with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Quick Start

Provide the issue details, impact, ARR/health, and your available resources to generate an escalation plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about escalation-decision-framework

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I decide if a customer issue should be escalated to leadership?▼

To decide on a customer escalation, evaluate the issue using a four-dimension scoring model: customer impact, account value, time sensitivity, and your CSM capability. This framework provides a structured assessment to determine if escalation is necessary.

How do I create an escalation plan for a high-impact customer success scenario?▼

You can create an escalation plan by providing structured inputs like the issue description, customer context, ARR, and available resources. The framework outputs a defined plan with routing, timing, and notes that can be shared with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Can I use this decision framework for urgent time-sensitive customer escalations?▼

Yes, this escalation decision framework is designed for time-sensitive customer success scenarios. It factors time sensitivity into its four-dimension scoring model to ensure timely and appropriate action is taken for urgent issues.

What information do I need to generate a customer escalation routing decision?▼

You need to provide structured inputs including the issue description, customer context, account health or ARR, and your available resources. These details allow the framework to output a defined escalation plan with accurate routing and timing.

When should I not escalate a customer issue and handle it within my CS capability?▼

You should avoid escalating an issue when your CSM capability is sufficient to resolve it. The framework's scoring model evaluates your available resources and capability alongside customer impact, helping you identify when direct handling is more appropriate than escalation.