Discovery Deliverable Template: Initial Project Plan & Milestones
Use this template to document high-level project milestones, ownership, dependencies, and target timelines following discovery. This deliverable establishes project readiness and provides a structured transition from discovery into planning and execution.
When to Use
- At the conclusion of discovery to outline the path forward.
- Before prioritization or governance review.
- To confirm readiness to transition into project planning.
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Template
| Phase |
Milestone |
Target Date |
Dependencies |
Owner |
| [Insert] |
[Insert]
Example: Complete stakeholder interviews |
MM/DD/YYYY |
[Insert]
Example: Stakeholder availability |
[Insert] |
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Field Definitions & Guidance
- Phase: Project lifecycle stage associated with the milestone.
- Milestone: Key outcome or deliverable marking progress.
- Target Date: Estimated completion date.
- Dependencies: Factors that may impact milestone timing.
- Owner: Individual or team responsible for completion.
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