# Stakeholder map — Backlog Academy

Use a fictional or anonymised product. Avoid personal or confidential customer data.

## Decision to make
What decision needs agreement, by when, and who is accountable for it?

## Stakeholders
| Role | Desired outcome | Influence on this decision | Evidence needed | Next conversation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | | |

## Conflicting needs
Describe two needs that cannot both be met in full. What trade-off do you propose, and why?

## Communication plan
- Who must approve the decision?
- Who should be consulted before it is made?
- Who needs an update afterwards?
- What would change your decision?

## Check your map
Name roles, not only teams. Separate influence from seniority. Give each planned conversation an owner, purpose and date. Test the map with the people affected.