Resources for project initiation
Everything you need to start your next project, from SMART goals templates to RACI charts and more.
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Confluence Whiteboards: Online Visual Collaboration
Brainstorm & collaborate on your next project with Confluence Whiteboards.
Competitive analysis template
Analyze competitors with a competitive analysis template.
Create an Intranet with Confluence
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All project initiation resources
Establish a project vision
Product requirements template
Define clear product requirements with this comprehensive template.
8 Strategic Planning Frameworks to Achieve Your Goals
Build resilient strategies with Atlassian's strategic planning framework.
Project plan template
Plan projects effectively with this structured project plan template.
Minimum Viable Product (MVP): What is it & Why it Matters
Launch successful products faster with the Minimum Viable Product approach.
Ideate and brainstorm
Brainstorming: Definition, Ground Rules, and Techniques
Enhance team creativity with effective brainstorming strategies.
5 diagrams that show how context switching saps your productivity
Discover how to boost productivity by minimizing context switching.
How to Run a Brainstorming Session
Master the art of running efficient and productive brainstorming sessions.
Workshop planner template
Plan impactful workshops with this comprehensive template.
Your Guide to Creating Visual Process Flows
Simplify project workflows with easy-to-create flowcharts.
Brainstorming template
Streamline your brainstorming with this structured template.
Research & feasibility studies
Competitive analysis template
Gain market insights with this comprehensive competitive analysis template.
Problem Statements: How to Use the Problem Framing Method
Define and tackle complex problems with effective problem framing.
Root Cause Analysis Template
Uncover the root causes of issues with this step-by-step guide.
5 Whys Analysis template
Identify core problems quickly with the 5 Whys analysis template.
Prioritize ideas and set goals
How to write SMART goals (with examples)
Master the art of setting SMART goals with expert tips.
Product Backlog Explained [+ Examples]
Streamline your Scrum process with effective backlog management.
OKRs: The Ultimate Guide
Scale agility across your organization with Objectives and Key Results.
A guide to mapping OKRs w/ Jira and Confluence
Integrate OKRs into Jira and Confluence for enhanced productivity.
OKRs template
Align teams and achieve goals with structured OKR templates.
SMART goals template
Craft specific, measurable goals with the SMART Goals template.
Gain stakeholder approval and team alignment
DACI: a decision-making framework
Improve decision-making with clear roles using DACI framework.
How to Build a Cross-Functional Team
Foster collaboration across disciplines for project success.
How to Define Roles and Responsibilities for Team Members
Define team roles and responsibilities for clarity and efficiency.
DACI: Decision documentation template
Make informed decisions with structured decision-making templates.
How to Create and Use a RACI Chart in Confluence
Clarify roles with a RACI chart for effective project management.
Stakeholder Communications Template
Engage stakeholders effectively with clear communication templates.
Team building and ways of working
What is teamwork and why is it important?
Discover why effective teamwork is crucial for organizational success.
7 icebreaker games to help your team build authentic connections
Foster genuine connections with fun and effective icebreaker games.
How to overcome Parkinson's Law
Learn how Parkinson's Law affects productivity and time management.
Link Jira issues to Confluence pages automatically
Connect Jira issues to Confluence for streamlined project management.
Working Agreements Play
Establish clear team norms and boost collaboration with working agreements.
Out of office plan template
Ensure workflow continuity with a comprehensive out-of-office plan.
Working Agreements
Enhance team efficiency with structured working agreements.
Project Collaboration: 6 Tips for Success
Enhance project collaboration throughout the entire project process.