An engineering leader's guide to planning a yearly roadmap | LeadDev Broadcasts

Plan a yearly roadmap like a pro: a comprehensive guide for engineering leaders, covering vision, input, OKRs, prioritization, collaboration, and more.

Key takeaways

Start by setting a clear vision, understanding the company’s direction, and planning accordingly.
Set up a process to gather input from the team, stakeholders, and partners to ensure everyone is on the same page.
Use frameworks like OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) to guide planning and provide a shared understanding of goals.
Prioritize initiatives based on their impact, without getting bogged down in details.
Break down yearly planning into smaller, manageable chunks, and iterate upon them as needed.
Keep stakeholders informed and aligned throughout the planning process.
Use technology to facilitate planning and collaboration, such as tools like Airtable or spreadsheets.
Encourage open communication and transparency, and be prepared to make adjustments as needed.
Treat tech debt as intentional plans for improvement, rather than just a backlog of old, unaddressed issues.
Consider using data and metrics to guide planning and decision-making.
Balance the need for planning and predictability with the need for flexibility and adaptability.
Focus on the impact and value that initiatives will bring, rather than just the effort or cost.
Use storytelling to communicate the importance and vision behind initiatives.
Plan for evolution and adaptability, recognizing that plans may need to change over time.
Encourage innovation and experimentation, while also ensuring that progress is measurable and accountable.

An engineering leader's guide to planning a yearly roadmap | LeadDev Broadcasts

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