How often should you review pipelines, pools, and critical roles?

Review pipelines and talent pools every quarter to keep readiness data and potential candidates current. Review critical roles more often, monthly or bi‑monthly, because they carry the highest business impact and need closer monitoring. An annual review helps you reassess strategy, identify new critical roles, and adjust pipelines for long‑term planning. Regular reviews keep data accurate, reduce succession risks, and support confident workforce decisions.