The Stakeholder Analysis template guides you through identifying stakeholders, understanding their influence and interest, and turning those insights into a practical engagement plan. Its four-step visual workflow gives teams a shared space to discuss perspectives, check assumptions, and decide where to focus their attention.
Who is this template for?
This template is designed for project managers, product managers, team leads, and facilitators. Use it during project kickoffs, product planning, change initiatives, or workshops where several people or groups can influence the outcome.
What’s included?
1. Start here
Choose the project, initiative, or decision you want to explore. Establish a shared starting point so everyone understands the purpose of the analysis.
2. Identify stakeholders
List the individuals, teams, and groups who can influence your project or may be affected by it. Bring together different perspectives to identify stakeholders you might otherwise overlook.
3. Map power and interest
Position stakeholders according to their level of influence and interest. Use the four-quadrant map to discuss who needs close involvement, who should stay informed, and where relationships may need more attention.
4. Create an engagement plan
Translate your stakeholder map into an approach for communication and collaboration. Discuss how to involve different stakeholders and what they need from the project team.
How to use this template
Add your stakeholders using sticky notes, then follow the numbered sections and connecting arrows. You can prepare an initial version independently or complete the analysis together in a workshop.
Use the discussion to make assumptions visible and capture questions that need further clarification. Revisit the board as your project evolves, especially when priorities, responsibilities, or stakeholder involvement change.
