pre-mortem

Performs structured pre-mortem risk analysis for product launches.

Updated Mar 30, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/omeragaakbas/zoyare --skill pre-mortem-omeragaakbas

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Skill: pre-mortem
Source: https://github.com/omeragaakbas/zoyare/tree/main/.claude/skills/pre-mortem
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/omeragaakbas/zoyare --skill pre-mortem-omeragaakbas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps product teams systematically identify and categorize risks that could derail a launch, surfacing both real problems and overlooked concerns.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured risk capture: guides teams to imagine a launch scenario, surface Tigers, Paper Tigers, and Elephants, and assign urgency tiers (Launch-Blocking, Fast-Follow, Track).
Actionable mitigation plans: for every Launch-Blocking Tiger, define a mitigation, owner, and due date, enabling cross-functional ownership.
Stakeholder-ready output: compiles a concise risk report that can be shared with executives and teams.

Quick Start

Imagine a new product launch failing in the first two weeks and describe the main risks; categorize each into Tigers, Paper Tigers, or Elephants; then specify action plans for any Launch-Blocking risks.

Frequently Asked Questions about pre-mortem

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

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How do I run a pre-mortem analysis for a product launch?▼

To run a pre-mortem analysis, imagine the product launch failing within two weeks, surface potential risks, and categorize them into Tigers, Paper Tigers, or Elephants to prioritize mitigations effectively.

What is the difference between Tigers, Paper Tigers, and Elephants in risk categorization?▼

In risk categorization, Tigers represent real problems requiring action, Paper Tigers are perceived risks that are ultimately harmless, and Elephants are large overlooked concerns that teams must address.

How do I prioritize launch risks and create action plans for stakeholders?▼

Prioritize launch risks by assigning urgency tiers like Launch-Blocking, Fast-Follow, and Track, then define a mitigation strategy, owner, and due date for each Launch-Blocking Tiger to ensure cross-functional ownership.

When should I conduct a pre-mortem risk assessment during product development?▼

Conduct a pre-mortem risk assessment during PRD or launch plan reviews to stress-test assumptions, surface overlooked concerns, and compile a stakeholder-ready markdown report before the product launch occurs.

Does pre-mortem risk analysis work without prior launch plan documentation?▼

Pre-mortem risk analysis works best when applied during PRD or launch plan reviews, using existing documentation to stress-test assumptions and categorize risks into Tigers, Paper Tigers, and Elephants accurately.

What is the best way to surface perceived risks before a product launch?▼

The best way to surface perceived risks is a structured pre-mortem analysis that imagines launch failure scenarios, categorizes identified issues into Tigers and Paper Tigers, and generates mitigation action plans.