02/09/2026
Knowing a gap exists is only the starting point. The value of gap analysis comes from the rigour of the process used to investigate it and the quality of the tools applied to close it. A structured six-step approach, from defining the current state and setting SMART goals through to implementing action plans and monitoring progress, transforms gap analysis from a one-off review into a repeatable engine for continuous improvement. Combined with the right analytical tools, from SWOT and Fishbone diagrams to digital dashboards and the Burke-Litwin model, organisations gain the clarity and accountability needed to move from identifying shortfalls to sustaining measurable results.
Read the blog to explore the six-step gap analysis process in full and what each stage requires, the nine essential tools available for conducting gap analysis and the specific situations each one is best suited to, and how LTS Data Point supports the entire process from gap identification through to real-time performance tracking and strategic alignment.
https://leandatapoint.com/blog/gap-analysis-process-tools