> ## Documentation Index
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# Resource Allocation

> Optimize resource allocation across capture opportunities and team members

## Overview

Effective resource allocation ensures capture teams have the right people, budget, and time to execute winning strategies while maintaining overall business efficiency. Strategic resource management maximizes win probability while optimizing cost and maintaining team productivity.

## Resource Planning Framework

### Capture Investment Levels

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Watching Level" icon="eye" color="#F59E0B">
    **Investment**: 2-5% of potential contract value
    **Activities**: Basic intelligence gathering, minimal customer engagement
    **Team**: Part-time BD support, shared resources
  </Card>

  <Card title="Active Pursuit" icon="target" color="#3B82F6">
    **Investment**: 0.5-2% of potential contract value
    **Activities**: Full capture plan execution, regular customer engagement
    **Team**: Dedicated capture manager, specialist support
  </Card>

  <Card title="Strategic Priority" icon="star" color="#10B981">
    **Investment**: 1-3% of potential contract value
    **Activities**: Comprehensive capture with executive involvement
    **Team**: Senior resources, dedicated specialists, external support
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Resource Categories

**Direct Labor**:

* Capture team salaries and benefits
* Travel and customer engagement costs
* Meeting and collaboration expenses

**Indirect Support**:

* Proposal development preparation
* Market research and intelligence
* Legal and contract support
* Executive time and oversight

**External Resources**:

* Consultant and advisor fees
* Market research subscriptions
* Industry analysis and reports
* Partnership development costs

## Capacity Management

### Team Member Allocation

Track allocation percentages across opportunities:

| Team Member | Primary Role | Opportunity A | Opportunity B | Opportunity C | Available |
| ----------- | ------------ | ------------- | ------------- | ------------- | --------- |
| John Smith  | Capture Mgr  | 60%           | 30%           | -             | 10%       |
| Sarah Jones | BD Lead      | 40%           | -             | 20%           | 40%       |
| Mike Wilson | Tech Lead    | 25%           | 35%           | 15%           | 25%       |
| Lisa Chen   | Pricing      | 10%           | 15%           | 10%           | 65%       |

### Allocation Guidelines

**Capture Manager**: Maximum 100% across 2-3 opportunities
**Technical Lead**: Maximum 75% capture work (reserve for delivery)
**BD Lead**: Can support 4-6 opportunities with varying allocation
**Pricing Lead**: Shared across multiple opportunities as needed

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