Client Onboarding

A comprehensive onboarding process for new clients, from kickoff meeting to first deliverable handoff.

Client Onboarding
Duration:5–7 days
Roles:Account Manager, Project Manager, Team Lead
Cadence:Per new client
AgencyMedium

Steps

  1. 1

    Send welcome email

    Send branded welcome email with next steps and meeting link.

  2. 2

    Schedule kickoff meeting

    Book a 45-minute kickoff with client stakeholders.

  3. 3

    Collect brand assets

    Request logos, style guides, brand voice documents, and access credentials.

  4. 4

    Set up project workspace

    Create client folder, shared drive, and project management board.

  5. 5

    Complete discovery questionnaire

    Send and collect the client discovery form with goals and KPIs.

  6. 6

    Create project plan

    Draft timeline with milestones based on discovery outcomes.

  7. 7

    Internal team briefing

    Brief the delivery team on client expectations and deliverables.

  8. 8

    Deliver first artifact

    Send the first deliverable draft for client feedback.

  9. 9

    Collect feedback

    Document client feedback and create revision tasks.

  10. 10

    Close onboarding

    Confirm client is set up and transition to ongoing delivery cadence.

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