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A roadmap is a high-level, visual plan that communicates the direction and priorities of a project or product over time, showing what will be worked on and roughly when.

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  • Also called: product roadmap

Definition

What is Roadmap?

A roadmap is a high-level, visual plan that communicates the direction and priorities of a project or product over time, showing what will be worked on and roughly when.

A roadmap answers "where are we headed and in what order?" It shows major initiatives across a timeline, usually grouped by theme or quarter, focusing on outcomes and priorities rather than every task.

A roadmap is a communication tool as much as a plan. It aligns stakeholders on direction and trade-offs, and it is expected to evolve as priorities and learnings change - it is a guide, not a contract.

Atlas supports roadmap-style planning with timelines and milestones, so a strategic view of direction connects to the projects and tasks that deliver it.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

What is the difference between a roadmap and a project plan?
A roadmap is a high-level view of direction and priorities over time. A project plan is the detailed breakdown of tasks, dates, and owners needed to execute part of that direction.
How often should a roadmap change?
Roadmaps should be reviewed and adjusted regularly - often quarterly - as priorities shift and new information arrives. They are living guides, not fixed commitments.

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