Transition Architecture Timeline
Strategic Roadmaps & Agency Integrations
Aligned with the Dept of War (DoW) 3-Day Core TAP Curriculum & Official Interagency Directives.
24-18 Months
Initiation & Exploration
- Access Transition Online Learning (TOL) for self-paced courses.
- Make an appointment with your local TAP Counselor to initiate process.
- Review Military OneSource for first-year post-transition resources.
Agency Portals & Resources
18-12 Months
Records & Initial Counseling
- Retiring: Attend Individualized Initial Counseling and Pre-Separation Brief.
- Create your secure VA.gov account and request medical records.
- Review Joint Service Transcript (JST) and VMET (CG-4082) for accuracy.
- Start your Separation Health Physical Exam (SHPE).
Agency Portals & Resources
12-6 Months
Career Translation & Targeting
- Separating: Attend Individualized Initial Counseling and Pre-Separation Brief.
- Use MilGears and master resume to draft targeted civilian resumes.
- Explore DoD SkillBridge and COOL credentialing opportunities.
- Apply for Personalized Career Planning and Guidance (PCPG).
Agency Portals & Resources
6-4 Months
Disability Claims & Healthcare
- Submit a Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) claim (180-90 days out).
- Complete VA Healthcare registration and research insurance options.
- Determine eligibility for separation pay or early retirement.
- Set up a 1-on-1 session with a VA Benefits Advisor.
Agency Portals & Resources
3 Months Out
Logistics & Legal Readiness
- Review and update your will and other legal documents.
- Contact local transportation office to arrange Household Goods (HHG).
- Retiring: Make Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) election & complete DD 2656.
- Retiring: Sign up for post-service dental and vision insurance.
Agency Portals & Resources
90 Days & Separation
Capstone & Final Execution
- Schedule Capstone with TAP Counselor and Commander/designee.
- If under 89 days: Submit a Fully Developed VA Disability Claim (FDC).
- Obtain multiple certified copies of your DD 214.
- Apply for Veteran ID Card and update VA.gov with final civilian contact info.
Agency Portals & Resources
Transition Architecture Orientation
Foundational Strategy & Execution Plan
How to Execute Your Transition
Viewing the briefing above is only the first step. To successfully cross the liminal space from military service to the civilian corporate sector, you must aggressively manage your operational timeline. Follow the steps below to access the interagency tools and CommerceWise frameworks.
1. Review the Briefing
2. Filter the Master Timeline Below
3. Execute Phase Actions
The CommerceWise Library
Access the foundational research driving these frameworks.
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