Strategy
Roadmap
Also known as: RC & Release candidate build
Plain English
A plan that shows where a product is going and what will be built next.
Definition
A roadmap is a strategic plan that outlines the direction, priorities, and timeline for a product or initiative. It communicates what will be delivered and why, rather than just listing glossaryFeatureA feature is a specific piece of functionality within a product that delivers value to users. It represents something users can do or experience as part of the overall product.Open glossary term.
In practice
Used to align teams, glossaryStakeholderA stakeholder is any individual or group with an interest in a product, project, or outcome, including internal teams and external parties.Open glossary term, and priorities, helping guide glossaryPrioritisationPrioritisation is the process of ranking tasks, features, or initiatives based on their importance, impact, and effort.Open glossary term and set expectations.
The reality
A roadmap is not a fixed plan - it should evolve as you learn. If it doesn’t change, it’s probably wrong.
Also known as
RC & Release candidate build
FAQ
Common questions
A few practical answers to the questions that usually come up around this term.
What is a product roadmap?
A roadmap outlines the direction and priorities for a product over time.
Why is a roadmap important?
It aligns teams and glossaryStakeholderA stakeholder is any individual or group with an interest in a product, project, or outcome, including internal teams and external parties.Open glossary term around shared goals and priorities.
What should be included in a roadmap?
Goals, priorities, and key initiatives rather than detailed glossaryFeatureA feature is a specific piece of functionality within a product that delivers value to users. It represents something users can do or experience as part of the overall product.Open glossary term lists.
How often should a roadmap change?
It should be updated regularly based on new glossaryInsightAn insight is a meaningful understanding that explains why something is happening and what it means.Open glossary term and glossaryFeedbackFeedback is the system response that informs users about the result of their actions. It helps users understand what has happened and what to do next.Open glossary term.
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