roadmap
Roadmap (noun) means a plan setting out what will be done, in what order, over a period of time. Example: “The team published a roadmap for the next four releases.”
How to Use Roadmap
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA plan showing what happens next and when.
Written as one word in the planning sense; the literal driving map is sometimes two words (road map). Very common in software, politics and business — common enough to read as corporate filler if overused.
Saying a feature is 'on the roadmap' means it is planned but not yet scheduled precisely — it is a soft commitment, not a date.
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The team published a _____ for the next four releases.
Etymology
A compound of road and map; the planning sense is a metaphorical extension of the literal one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a roadmap and a plan?
A plan can be detailed and short-range, listing specific tasks and owners. A roadmap sits above that: it shows the sequence and rough timing of larger goals so people can see the direction, without committing to exact dates or steps.
What is a product roadmap?
It is a summary of what a product team intends to build and roughly when, usually grouped into themes or quarters rather than fixed dates. It is meant to communicate priorities to customers and colleagues, and is expected to change as circumstances do.