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Thibault Morin
Thibault Morin

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đź’Ą Myth #9: Gap analysis is only for compliance projects

Some people hear “gap analysis” and think of checklists, audits, and compliance reports.
But in reality, it’s much more practical — and much more essential.


Myth 9: “Gap analysis is only for compliance projects.”

This myth is dangerous.

Every project has:

  • A baseline — the current state
  • A target — the desired state
  • And the gap — the work needed to get there

Ignoring the gap means ignoring the actual path to success.

I’ve seen it first-hand:
👉 An ERP upgrade botched gap analysis.
A critical module was left out.
The project slipped six months before the missing piece was fixed.


The QTAM Difference

The Quick Technical Architecture Method (QTAM) bakes gap analysis into the process.

  • Identify the differences between baseline and target
  • Turn them into work packages
  • Prioritize them to drive progress

This transforms abstract analysis into a concrete action plan.


Why It Matters

Gap analysis isn’t red tape.
It’s the bridge between today and tomorrow.

With QTAM, gaps become:

  • Visible early
  • Actionable
  • Prioritized
  • Linked directly to delivery

Take the Next Step

Don’t fly blind.
👉 See how QTAM turns gaps into progress at qtam.morin.io

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