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MACROSCOPE

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The MACROSCOPE mind map template is a stakeholder identification tool that provides a checklist of 10 stakeholder categories: Managers, Actors, Customers, Regulators, Owners, Suppliers, Competitors, Others, Partners, and Employees. It helps users survey the big picture of stakeholders involved in a project or organization, using the metaphor of a macroscope (as opposed to a microscope). The template includes definitions for each category, such as 'Actors are stakeholders that perform activities in the area under investigation' and 'Owners are stakeholders that invest in some aspect of the area under investigation.' It also notes that stakeholders can be classified using more than one category and can be represented as classes (e.g., local customers) or individuals (e.g., customer ABC). This MACROSCOPE cheat sheet is ideal for project managers, business analysts, and strategists conducting stakeholder analysis.

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When to use this template

Project managers and business analysts

Kicking off a new project and need to identify all stakeholders who may affect or be affected by the project.

Compliance officers and legal teams

Conducting a regulatory compliance review to ensure all regulatory bodies and internal policy sources are considered.

Product managers and marketing teams

Mapping stakeholders for a product launch to understand who influences or is impacted by the product.

How to use this template

Step 1

Launch and Review Stakeholder Categories

Open the MACROSCOPE template in Xmind and review the ten predefined stakeholder categories and their definitions to understand the project scope.

Step 2

Identify and Map Specific Stakeholders

Double-click the branches to add specific individuals or groups under the relevant categories and use the Notes feature to document their specific roles.

Step 3

Finalize and Share Your Analysis

Refine the map layout to reflect stakeholder relationships and export your completed macroscope analysis as an image or PDF for team collaboration.

Frequently asked questions

The template includes 10 stakeholder categories: Managers, Actors, Customers, Regulators, Owners, Suppliers, Competitors, Others, Partners, and Employees, with definitions and examples for each.

Open the template in Xmind, then populate each category with specific stakeholders relevant to your project. Use the definitions to ensure correct classification.

Yes, the .xmind file is fully editable in Xmind desktop or web, and you can export it as PDF or image for printing.

A microscope inspects tiny details, while a macroscope surveys the big picture. This template helps you see all stakeholders at a high level.

Absolutely. You can add new branches or modify existing ones to fit your specific project needs.

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