Program planning canvas
Visually plan large programs by customizing the frames to make each section specific to your program requirements.
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What is the program planning canvas?
Large programs can be very complex, involving multiple teams and projects that have to work together. Keeping everything aligned is a constant challenge, but this program planning canvas can help.
The program planning canvas template helps you visually plan large programs, especially ones that encompass cross-functional workstreams or multiple supporting projects. The needs of your program will be unique, so customize the template’s frames as needed to capture all the information you need.
Benefits of the program planning canvas template
Without a master planning canvas like this, you risk having separate project planning documents for different elements of your program lying around. This could create confusion as people work off outdated information or don’t have access to the correct document. Instead, use this program planning canvas template to create a single source of truth for all the people involved.
The program planning canvas helps you align cross-functional teams on your project’s goals and timelines, and it helps you get buy-in from stakeholders. It’s also easy for you to update: you can adjust it as your priorities change, and you can use the Timeline feature to map out your deadlines and milestones with your most recent plans. This Timeline feature also helps you proactively identify any impediments coming your way.
How to use the program planning canvas in Lucidspark
Work through the canvas collaboratively with your team. You’ll need a variety of perspectives to capture all the elements of your program. If you need to draw someone’s attention to a specific part of the canvas, comment on it and mention them, or create a path.
When you’ve gathered your group, fill in the template. Be sure to:
- Summarize why the program is needed.
- Identify objectives.
- List internal systems and tools needed to execute the program.
- Identify supporting projects.
- Create a timeline to map out milestones, deadlines, and team involvement.
If you already use a project management system like Jira, Smartsheet, or Azure DevOps, integrate it with Lucidspark. That way, you can import your Lucidspark Cards directly into the project management system and keep your projects up to date.
Elle Henderson
Senior Program Manager, Lucid
