This document describes a 9-box grid performance management model. The grid plots employees on two axes, potential and performance, to categorize them into 9 boxes ranging from low to high potential and performance. It lists the actions recommended for employees in each box, such as accelerate development, provide coaching or corrective action, and motivate or reward strong performers. Potential benefits are that it provides a consistent approach to identify performers and successors, while drawbacks include some subjectivity and potential stress of the process.