This chapter represents an essential step to ensure that your succession plan is a living document that stays relevant to your organization. It includes methods to review and assess the success of the plan and potential areas for improvement. Tools that will assist in this step include:

• checklists for succession plan evaluation

• informal evaluation systems

• annual succession plan reviews.

The chapter concludes with the questions that need to be answered at the end of each review to ensure that your plan is achieving its goals and serving your organization and its strategic initiatives.